The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 6 letter word KITING
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What does KITING mean?
KITING noun- The act of writing a check on an account with insufficient funds, expecting that funds will become available by the time the check clears.
- The act of tampering with a medical prescription, increasing the number of pills or other item.