Cryptic crossword clue
A study of values cut short, not born for study of life 8

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

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The straight part
We know that "A study of values" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case a study of values = axiology.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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What does AXIOLOGY mean?

AXIOLOGY noun
  1. The study of the origin, nature, functions, types, and interrelations of values; value theory.
  2. The particular value theory of a philosopher, school of thought, etc.

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