Cryptic crossword clue
Bishop came down hard on diocese with casual attitude? 8

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

I've seen this crossword clue in The Daily Telegraph
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The straight part
We know that "with casual attitude" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case with casual attitude = blithely.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does BLITHELY mean?

BLITHELY adverb
  1. Without care, concern, or consideration.
  2. In a joyful, carefree manner.
  3. In a kind manner.

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