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Divine messenger in London region (5)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

angel

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(Other definitions for angel that I've seen before include "One backing plays" , "darling!" , "Theatrical backer" , "Theatre supporter" , "Person of beauty, purity or kindness?" .)

I've seen this clue in The Sun.
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