Cryptic crossword clue
Smeared most of grease on Miles in action 7

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 7 letter word DEFAMED

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What does DEFAMED mean?

DEFAMED verb
  1. To disgrace; to bring into disrepute.
  2. To charge; to accuse (someone) of an offence.
  3. To harm or diminish the reputation of; to disparage.

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