Cryptic crossword clue
You can have a riot with this — rip… ripping time! 4,3

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 4 plus 3 letter word TEAR GAS

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What does TEAR GAS mean?

TEAR GAS noun
  1. Any lachrymatory, non-lethal chemical compound that causes the eyes to sting and water and/or irritates the respiratory system, mostly used for controlling crowds during riots or as self-defense.
TEAR GAS verb
  1. To use tear gas.

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