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A French spouse, formerly quoted as not enthusiastic (9)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

unexcited

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'a french spouse formerly quoted' is the definition.
I can't judge whether this definition defines the answer.

'not enthusiastic' is the wordplay.
'not' becomes 'un' (prefix meaning 'not').
'enthusiastic' becomes 'excited' (similar in meaning).
'un'+'excited'='UNEXCITED'

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(Other definitions for unexcited that I've seen before include "Impassive" , "In need of stimulation" , "Showing little emotion" , "Not emotionally roused" .)

I've seen this clue in The Daily Express.
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