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It's risky to go out on this shoot (4)

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I believe the answer is:

limb

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'this shoot' is the definition.
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(Other definitions for limb that I've seen before include "Eg wing" , "A supporter" , "Human's extension" , "Tentacle" , "Eg, arm, leg" .)

I've seen this clue in The Globe and Mail.
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