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Delightful state is unknown in obstinate bloke, on reflection (7)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

elysium

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(Other definitions for elysium that I've seen before include "Greek abode of the blessed dead" , "(In Greek mythology) the dwelling place of the blessed after death" , "Slimy EU (anag.)" , "Delightful place" , "Paradise of Greek myth for heroes and virtuous people" .)

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