Cryptic crossword clue
Makes light of pal’s extremely nasty, rude snarling 10

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

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What does UNDERPLAYS mean?

UNDERPLAYS verb
  1. To play in a subordinate, or in an inferior manner; to underact a part.
  2. To make something seem less important than it really is.
  3. To play a low card when holding a high one, in the hope of a future advantage.

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