Another word fo_ _ _ _ _ _awag (6)

I believe the answer is:

rascal

(Other definitions for rascal that I've seen before include "Impudent person" , "Knave, rogue" , "mischief-maker" , "Mischievous person or confused lascar" , "Cheeky person, scamp" .)

I've seen this clue in The New York Times.

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