| Clue | Source | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Being a brat (6,2) | ||
| Misbehaving or acting temperamental (6,2) | ||
| Failing to work properly when temporarily promoted | ||
| Discovered with cap gun, somehow misbehaving | The Telegraph Toughie | 23 May 2024 |
| About to fail, perhaps (2 wds.) | ||
| Behaving badly | The Guardian Quick | 31 Aug 2022 |
| About to fail, perhaps | ||
| Malfunctioning | ||
| Malfunctioning | ||
| Misbehaving | ||
| Misbehaving | ||
| Disobedient or mischievous |