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One isn't put out by it but it's a strain (7)

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I believe the answer is:

tension

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'it's a strain' is the definition.
('tension' can be a synonym of 'strain')

'one isn't put out' is the wordplay.
'put out' is an anagram indicator.
'one'+'isnt'='oneisnt'
'oneisnt' with letters rearranged gives 'TENSION'.

'by it but' acts as a link.
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(Other definitions for tension that I've seen before include "Mental or emotional strain" , "Strained state" , "nerves" , "Uneasiness" , "Stress, tautness" .)

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