Smooth elongated insect with leathery forewings (6)

I believe the answer is:

earwig

(Other definitions for earwig that I've seen before include "Close acquaintance" , "Insect with antennae and pincers" , "Tap" , "little insect" , "Aural appendage and head covering for an insect" .)

I've seen this clue in The Mirror.

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