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Move fast, like startled coots (5)

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I believe the answer is:

scoot

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'move' is the definition.
(I know this)

'fast like startled coots' is the wordplay.
'coots' anagrams to 'SCOOT'.
But, I'm unsure how the anagram is indicated.

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(Other definitions for scoot that I've seen before include "Depart quickly (does not contain H)" , "Move rapidly" , "Skedaddle" , "Dart off" , "Leave quickly" .)

I've seen this clue in the Evening Standard.
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