Cryptic crossword clue
Violent crime spate initially ignored — detestable! 9

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

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What does ABHORRENT mean?

ABHORRENT adjective
  1. Inconsistent with, or far removed from, something; strongly opposed
  2. Contrary to something; discordant.
  3. Abhorring; detesting; having or showing abhorrence; loathing.
  4. Detestable or repugnant.

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