Cryptic crossword clue
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The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 6 letter word POORLY

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What does POORLY mean?

POORLY adverb
  1. In a poor manner or condition; without plenty, or sufficiency, or suitable provision for comfort.
  2. With little or no success; indifferently; with little profit or advantage.
  3. Meanly; without spirit.
  4. Without skill or merit.
  5. In a negative manner; with disapproval.
POORLY adjective
  1. Ill, unwell, sick

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