Mildly crushing on Crossword Clue

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MILDLY (adverb)
1. in a gentle manner
CRUSHING (noun)
1. forceful prevention; putting down by power or authority
CRUSHING (adjective)
1. physically or spiritually devastating; often used in combination

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