The —, 2008 novel by Christos Tsiolkas (4)

I believe the answer is:

slap

(Other definitions for slap that I've seen before include "A blow among pals" , "Blow, maybe in the face" , "Strike action" , "Mild punishment" , "Hit with an open hand" .)

I've seen this clue in The Mirror.

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