Cryptic crossword clue
Will exercise, moving to violin 8

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 8 letter word VOLITION

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The straight part
We know that "Will exercise" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case will exercise = volition.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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What does VOLITION mean?

VOLITION noun
  1. A conscious choice or decision.
  2. The mental power or ability of choosing; the will.
  3. A concept that distinguishes whether or not the subject or agent intended something.

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