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It's not alright to waste time in a cosy corner (4)

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I believe the answer is:

nook

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'a cosy corner' is the definition.
(I've seen this before)

'it's not alright' is the wordplay.
'it's not' becomes 'no' (I've seen this in other clues).
'alright' becomes 'OK' (synonyms).
'no'+'ok'='NOOK'

'to waste time in' is the link.
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(Other definitions for nook that I've seen before include "Corner - narrow recess" , "Sheltered corner" , "Cosy corner" , "Interior angle formed where two walls meet" , "Cubbyhole" .)

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