Heart is trying to show good taste (8)

I believe the answer is:

artistry

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'good taste' is the definition.
The answer and definition can be both related to thinking as well as being singular nouns.
Maybe there's a link between them I don't understand?

'heart is trying to show' is the wordplay.
'to show' indicates the answer is hidden within the clue.
'ARTISTRY' is hidden within 'heart is trying'.

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(Other definitions for artistry that I've seen before include "Finesse" , "poetic skill" , "Creative workmanship" , "Virtuosity - craftsmanship" , "Creativity" .)

I've seen this clue in the Sydney Morning Herald.

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