Halfwits (6)

I believe the answer is:

idiots

(Other definitions for idiots that I've seen before include "Abusive word for unintelligent or irrational people" , "Foolish ones" , "clowns?" , "imbeciles" , "chumps" .)

I've seen this clue in the Sydney Morning Herald.

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