The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 10 letter word WISECRACKS
I've seen this crossword clue in Financial Times
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What does WISECRACKS mean?
WISECRACKS noun- A witty or sarcastic comment or quip.
- To make a sarcastic, flippant, or sardonic comment.