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"Admittedly . . ." (2,2,4)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

to be fair

(Other definitions for to be fair that I've seen before include "For the sake of equity or blonde appearance?" , "Why some want to lighten locks" , "for balance?" , "requirement for judge" , "Meaningless qualification" .)

I've seen this clue in The New York Times.
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