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European people, I'm told, can become vets (6)

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I believe the answer is:

checks

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'european people' is the definition.
The definition and answer can be both related to communication as well as being plural nouns.
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(Other definitions for checks that I've seen before include "Inspects" , "Controls to secure accuracy - may accompany balances" , "Examines in order to determine accuracy, etc." .)

I've seen this clue in The Times.
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