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Ready, during routine, for award (7)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

rosette

'for award' is the definition.
(type of award or prize)

'ready during routine' is the wordplay.
'ready' becomes 'set' (set can mean ready or prepared).
'during' indicates putting letters inside.
'routine' becomes 'rote' (I've seen this in another clue).
'set' going within 'rote' is 'ROSETTE'.

(Other definitions for rosette that I've seen before include "Colourful decoration worn by supporters" , "Arrangement of ribbons presented as a prize" , "decoration showing support for party" , "Horse show award" , "shape for diamonds" .)

I've seen this clue in The Daily Express.
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