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Race to the trees (4)

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oaks

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'trees' is the definition.
(oak is a kind of tree)

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(Other definitions for oaks that I've seen before include "Acorn trees" , "Epsom Classic race" , "Soak up with trees" , "Horse race - trees" , "Acorn producers" .)

I've seen this clue in The Daily Express.
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