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That I cop limit is disgraceful and inexpedient (9)

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I believe the answer is:

impolitic

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'inexpedient' is the definition.
(similar in meaning)

'that i cop limit is disgraceful' is the wordplay.
'i cop limit' can be anagrammed to 'IMPOLITIC'.
However, I am not clear how the anagram is indicated.

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(Other definitions for impolitic that I've seen before include "Not prudent" , "Lacking prudence, unwise" , "Ill-advised" , "Inexpedient" .)

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