Cryptic crossword clue
Comparatively haughty old ogre oddly missing 100cc? That’s right! 8

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

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The straight part
We know that "Comparatively haughty" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case comparatively haughty = lordlier.
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 LORDLIER mean?

LORDLIER adjective
  1. Of or relating to a lord.
  2. Having the qualities of a lord; lordlike; noble
  3. Appropriate for, or suitable to, a lord; glorious.
  4. Proud; haughty; imperious; insolent.
LORDLIER adverb
  1. In the manner of a lord. Showing command or nobility.

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