Cryptic crossword clue
Due diligence’s limiting factors were sufficient 8

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

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What does DESERVED mean?

DESERVED verb
  1. To be entitled to, as a result of past actions; to be worthy to have.
  2. To earn, win.
  3. To reward, to give in return for service.
  4. To serve; to treat; to benefit.

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