What does the cryptic crossword clue "It's strange if one daughter's not had drink after sacrifice in God's name (3,8,4)" mean?

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It's strange if one daughter's not had drink after sacrifice in God's name (3,8,4)

Q: What is the answer to "It's strange if one daughter's not had drink after sacrifice in God's name (3,8,4)"?

The answer is FOR GOODNESS SAKE.

Times Cryptic #29303 | 3 Down | 2025-08-08

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ODDNESS (it’s strange) if one D (daughter) is removed (‘s not had) + SAKE (drink) all after FORGO (sacrifice)

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