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Economy in execution (3)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

cut

'economy' is the definition.
(both can mean a cost-saving measure)

'in execution' is the wordplay.
'in' indicates a hidden word.
'CUT' is hidden within 'execution'.

(Other definitions for cut that I've seen before include "Reduce; joint (of meat)" , "Shorten; remove" , "Sever, slice" , "Stop shooting!" , "Qualification mark during a golf event" .)

I've seen this clue in the Evening Standard.
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