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Tried to send this on Friday but can't see it, so am trying again.

"Harsh tone from a professional no longer in thriving conditions (8)"

Answer is ASPERITY, but, try as I might, I cannot parse it. All help gratefully acknowledged.

A(pro)sperity.

Many thanks - couldn't see woof for trees, as usual. Thrive = prosper! Oh dearie me!

Don't beat yourself up, Sven.
It happens to all of us!