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Caressed lightly (7)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

stroked

(Other definitions for stroked that I've seen before include "Touched lightly with affection" , "Caressed" , "had a row" , "Fondled" , "Moved one's hand over with gentle pressure" .)

I've seen this clue in The Times.
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