Cryptic crossword clue
Winning side takes time off 8

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

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The straight part
We know that "Winning" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case winning = wresting.
The cryptic/wordplay part
In cryptic crossword there's often an wordplay/cryptic part as well.
This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
Sadly, We don't have an explanation for this specific crossword clue yet.

What does WRESTING mean?

WRESTING verb
  1. To pull or twist violently.
  2. To obtain by pulling or violent force.
  3. To seize.
  4. To distort, to pervert, to twist.
  5. To tune with a wrest, or key.

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