"Excuse me, I'm standing right behind you while you're talking smack about me" Crossword Clue

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"Excuse me, I'm standing right behind you while you're talking smack about me" Crossword Answer

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(noun)
1. the utterance of a sound similar to clearing the throat; intended to get attention, express hesitancy, fill a pause, hide embarrassment, warn a friend, etc.

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

EXCUSE (noun)
1. a defense of some offensive behavior or some failure to keep a promise etc.
2. a poor example
EXCUSE (verb)
1. excuse, overlook, or make allowances for; be lenient with
2. ask for permission to be released from an engagement
TALKING (noun)
1. an exchange of ideas via conversation

Hint 3: Anagram

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