Unscrupulous operator (7)

I believe the answer is:

shyster

(Other definitions for shyster that I've seen before include "Dodgy lawyer" , "Unscrupulous practitioner" , "Suspect lawyer" , "Unscrupulous lawyer" , "Person who acts unprofessionally - sounds bashful" .)

I've seen this clue in The Times.

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