Cryptic crossword clue
Party disagreement occurring when hot and cross, perhaps? 8

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

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The straight part
We know that "Party" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case party = bunfight.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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What does BUNFIGHT mean?

BUNFIGHT noun
  1. A debate or disagreement, usually with several parties involved, often political in nature.
  2. A formal tea party or other social gathering, especially one at which food is served.

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