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Angler's unwanted BBQ item? (4)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

snag

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'item?' is the definition.
The definition and answer can be both related to thinking as well as being singular nouns.
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(Other definitions for snag that I've seen before include "Catch - disadvantage" , "Minor problem" , "Jagged projection" , "Hidden obstacle or drawback" , "Problem or drawback" .)

I've seen this clue in the Sydney Morning Herald.
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