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Be match for Shakespearean tyrant (7)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

macbeth

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'shakespearean tyrant' is the definition.
The definition suggests a singular noun which matches the answer.

'be match' is the wordplay.
'be match' can be anagrammed to 'MACBETH'.
Though, I am not sure how the anagram is indicated.

'for' acts as a link.

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(Other definitions for macbeth that I've seen before include "Thane of 6" , "In sleep murderer" , "Shakespeare's Scottish play, considered unlucky" , "dramatic role" , "Shakespearean play" .)

I've seen this clue in The Irish Independent.
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