Cryptic crossword clue
This elf's got this, regardless of others? 4-8

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 13 letter word SELF-ABSORBED

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The straight part
We know that "regardless of others" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case regardless of others = self-absorbed.
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 SELF-ABSORBED mean?

SELF-ABSORBED adjective
  1. Overly concerned about oneself, to the point of ignoring the feelings of others.

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