Cryptic crossword clue
Conservative arguing and boasting 7

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 7 letter word CROWING

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What does CROWING mean?

CROWING verb
  1. To make the shrill sound characteristic of a rooster; to make a sound in this manner, either in gaiety, joy, pleasure, or defiance.
  2. To shout in exultation or defiance; to brag.
  3. To test the reed of a double reed instrument by placing the reed alone in the mouth and blowing it.
CROWING noun
  1. A cry of joy or pleasure.

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