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If you can break some records, it gives a good appearance (5)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

decor

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'appearance' is the definition.
Although both the answer and definition are singular nouns, I can't see how they can define each other.

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(Other definitions for decor that I've seen before include "Internal ornamentation" , "Colour scheme, furnishing etc. of a room" , "Style of furnishings, drapes etc used in a room" , "Furnishings and colours of a room" , "stage background" .)

I've seen this clue in the Evening Standard.
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