The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 4 plus 4 letter word BUZZ WORD
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The straight part
We know that "Is it used in a spelling bee" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case is it used in a spelling bee = buzz word.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 BUZZ WORD mean?
BUZZ WORD noun- A word drawn from or imitative of technical jargon, and often rendered meaningless and fashionable through abuse by non-technical persons in a seeming show of familiarity with the subject.