Cryptic crossword clue
Regulated eg, thus — or most inaccurate 8

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

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The straight part
We know that "most inaccurate" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case most inaccurate = roughest.
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 ROUGHEST mean?

ROUGHEST adjective
  1. Not smooth; uneven.
  2. Approximate; hasty or careless; not finished.
  3. Turbulent.
  4. Difficult; trying.
  5. Crude; unrefined
  6. Violent; not careful or subtle
  7. Loud and hoarse; offensive to the ear; harsh; grating.
  8. Not polished; uncut; said of a gem.
  9. Harsh-tasting.
  10. Somewhat ill; sick
  11. Unwell due to alcohol; hungover

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