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Modest record with Queen support backing (8)

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I believe the answer is:

discreet

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'modest' is the definition.
(I've seen this before)

'record with queen support backing' is the wordplay.
'record with' becomes 'disc' (eg a CD, compact disc. I am not sure about the 'with' bit.).
'queen' becomes 'r' (abbreviation for regina, e.g. in ER ).
'support' becomes 'tee' (tee is a kind of support).
'backing' shows that the letters should be reversed in order.
'tee' backwards is 'eet'.
'disc'+'r'+'eet'='DISCREET'

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(Other definitions for discreet that I've seen before include "Intentionally unobtrusive" , "Doesn't give away secrets - can be trusted" , "Cautious, not giving away secrets" , "Diplomatic" , "Careful in keeping a secret" .)

I've seen this clue in The Telegraph.
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