Opposed to taking over sushi (6)

I believe the answer is:

versus

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'opposed to' is the definition.
(I've seen this in another clue)

'over sushi' is the wordplay.
'VERSUS' is hidden in amongst the letters.
But, I am uncertain how this is indicated.

'taking' acts as a link.

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(Other definitions for versus that I've seen before include "taking part in team sports" , "playing" , "In opposition to" , "Opposed to" , "v. (sport)" .)

I've seen this clue in The Mirror.

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