Getting into temporary work reveals symbol (5)

I believe the answer is:

totem

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'symbol' is the definition.
(I've seen this in another clue)

'getting into temporary work' is the wordplay.
'TOTEM' is hidden within the letters.
But, I'm unsure how this is indicated.

'reveals' acts as a link.

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(Other definitions for totem that I've seen before include "Venerated emblem" , "symbolic animal" , "Representative of family" , "Motet (anag.)" , "Spiritually significant item" .)

I've seen this clue in The Mirror.

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