Cryptic crossword clue
Wry suck on a lemon at first is revealing 8

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

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The straight part
We know that "is revealing" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case is revealing = uncloaks.
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.
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What does UNCLOAKS mean?

UNCLOAKS verb
  1. To remove a cloak or cover from; to deprive of a cloak or cover; to unmask; to reveal.
  2. To remove one's cloak.
  3. To become visible again by turning off a cloaking device.

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