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The Clue
Reads the riot act to (10 letter answer)
The Answer
REPROACHES
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Notes
The answer REPROACHES is so rare that it appears less than once every 2500 puzzles.
Definition
REPROACH as a noun:
1. a mild rebuke or criticism; "words of reproach"
2. disgrace or shame; "he brought reproach upon his family"
REPROACH as a verb:
1. (reproach, upbraid) = express criticism towards; "The president reproached the general for his irresponsible behavior"