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Big test; torture (6)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

ordeal

This clue is a double definition.

'big test' is the first definition.
(I've seen this in another clue)

'torture' is the second definition.
(I know that ordeal is a type of torture)

(Other definitions for ordeal that I've seen before include "A difficult and harrowing experience" , "Difficult experience that tests endurance" , "Difficult experience, a tough time" , "Disturbing experience" , "Severe or trying experience" .)

I've seen this clue in The Guardian.
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