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Philosopher in audible whisper? (7)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

russell

'philosopher' is the definition.
(Bertrand Russell)

'audible whisper?' is the wordplay.
'audible' indicates a 'sounds like' (homophone) clue.
'whisper?' becomes 'rustle' (synonyms).
'rustle' sounds like 'RUSSELL'.

'in' acts as a link.

(Other definitions for russell that I've seen before include "Ken -, Eng. film director (Women in Love)" , "Jack -, type of terrier" , "actress (Rosalind or Jane)" , "Jane -, US actress" , "Brand" .)

I've seen this clue in The Times.
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