Answer: ACCOSTING

AnswerCrossword Clue
ACCOSTINGApproaching and speaking to.
ACCOSTINGPoliceman's activity, at times
ACCOSTINGMaking a bold approach
ACCOSTINGChallenging in public
accostingACCOST, to approach and speak to
accostingApproach and address (someone) boldly or aggressively