Cryptic crossword clue
Hostile coup is unlikely without a gun being fired 10

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 10 letter word PUGNACIOUS

I've seen this crossword clue in The Daily Telegraph
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What does PUGNACIOUS mean?

PUGNACIOUS adjective
  1. Naturally aggressive or hostile; combative; belligerent; bellicose.

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