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

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What does SERMONISE mean?

SERMONISE verb
  1. To speak in the manner of a sermon; to preach; to propagate one's morality or opinions with speech.
  2. To preach a sermon to (somebody); to give (somebody) instruction or admonishment on the basis of one's morality or opinions.
  3. To say in the manner of a sermon or lecture.
  4. To inculcate rigid rules.

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