Cryptic crossword clue
Ordered night fiers to cover unsatisfactory smears 9

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

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What does BADMOUTHS mean?

BADMOUTHS verb
  1. To criticize or malign, especially unfairly or spitefully.

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