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

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What does MOCKINGLY mean?

MOCKINGLY adverb
  1. Said, written, or done with the intent to mock, or ridicule; with mocking effect.

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