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Even reversing, I would be quick (5)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

rapid

'quick' is the definition.
(synonyms)

'even reversing i would' is the wordplay.
'even' becomes 'par' (I've seen this in other clues).
'reversing' says the letters should be written in reverse.
'i would' becomes 'I'd'.
'par' written backwards gives 'rap'.
'rap'+'id'='RAPID'

'be' acts as a link.

(Other definitions for rapid that I've seen before include "Fast, quick" , "Electrical connector" , "Quick or swift" , "Flying" , "Fleet, swift" .)

I've seen this clue in The Guardian.
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