Cryptic crossword clue
Callous orders restricting most of the citizens, ultimately 8

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

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The straight part
We know that "Callous" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case callous = ruthless.
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What does RUTHLESS mean?

RUTHLESS adjective
  1. Without pity or compassion; cruel, pitiless.

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