Cryptic crossword clue
Criticizing a holiday chore in conversation 7

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

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The straight part
We know that "Criticizing" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case criticizing = rapping.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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What does RAPPING mean?

RAPPING verb
  1. To strike something sharply with one's knuckles; knock.
  2. To strike with a quick blow; to knock on.
  3. To free (a pattern) in a mould by light blows on the pattern, so as to facilitate its removal.
  4. To speak (lyrics) in the style of rap music.
  5. To talk casually; to engage in conversation.
RAPPING verb
  1. To seize and carry off.
  2. To transport out of oneself; to affect with rapture.
RAPPING noun
  1. The sound of a rap or knock.
  2. Musical speech accompanied by a rhythm, most commonly as part of hip-hop music.
RAPPING adjective
  1. Remarkably large; whopping.

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