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Rented for some little time (3)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

let

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

'some little time' is the wordplay.
'LET' is hidden within the letters.
But, I am not sure how this is indicated.

'for' acts as a link.

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(Other definitions for let that I've seen before include "Award (a contract)" , "inefficient service" , "& 15 Triple (anag.)" , "Allowed or rented out" , "Allow; rental period" .)

I've seen this clue in the Evening Standard.
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