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Maladministration

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We think the answer to this crossword clue is: MISRULE

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97%7Exact Match!
noun

• government that is inefficient or dishonest

96%13Exact Match!
noun

• management that is careless or inefficient

90%5 Bullying or tormenting someone
noun

• cruel or inhumane treatment

• a rude expression intended to offend or hurt

• improper or excessive use

verb

• treat badly

• change the inherent purpose or function of something

• use foul or abusive language towards

• use wrongly or improperly or excessively

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Telegraph Quick19 Oct 2025 Across 10
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