Cryptic crossword clue
Belittle and insult right-wing politician but turning the volume down

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 9 letter word DISPARAGE

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The straight part
We know that "Belittle" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case belittle = disparage.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does DISPARAGE mean?

DISPARAGE noun
  1. Inequality in marriage; marriage with an inferior.
DISPARAGE verb
  1. To match unequally; to degrade or dishonor.
  2. To dishonor by a comparison with what is inferior; to lower in rank or estimation by actions or words; to speak slightingly of; to depreciate; to undervalue.
  3. To ridicule, mock, discredit.

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