Cryptic crossword clue
People who undermine subordinates slyly, but noiselessly 9

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

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What does SABOTEURS mean?

SABOTEURS noun
  1. A person who intentionally causes the destruction of property in order to hinder the efforts of his/her enemy.

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