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An attack may be appropriate (3)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

fit

I believe this clue is a triple definition!

'an attack' is the first definition.
(I know that fit is a type of attack)

'may' acts as a link.

'be' is the second definition.
(fitting is a kind of being)

'appropriate' is the third definition.
(similar in meaning)

(Other definitions for fit that I've seen before include "Appropriate kind of convulsion" , "Sudden attack,of coughing say" , "Healthy; conform to" , "In good physical shape 93)" , "Certified OK by the doctor" .)

I've seen this clue in The Globe and Mail.
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