__ on the wrist (mild punishment) (4)

I believe the answer is:

slap

(Other definitions for slap that I've seen before include "Strike action" , "Hit with an open hand" , "Blow, maybe in the face" , "Cuff" , "Make-up (slang)" .)

I've seen this clue in the Newsday.

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