Cryptic crossword clue
Smart alec in work now allegedly 4-3

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 8 letter word KNOW-ALL

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The straight part
We know that "Smart alec" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case smart alec = know-all.
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 KNOW-ALL mean?

KNOW-ALL noun
  1. Someone who obnoxiously claims to be knowledgeable on a subject.

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