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Resolute, fixing dates quickly (9)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

steadfast

'resolute' is the definition.
(similar in meaning)

'fixing dates quickly' is the wordplay.
'fixing' indicates anagramming the letters.
'quickly' becomes 'fast' (synonyms).
'dates' with letters rearranged gives 'stead'.
'stead'+'fast'='STEADFAST'

(Other definitions for steadfast that I've seen before include "Firm and unwavering" , "Sure" , "Dedicated" , "stable" , "Resolutely firm" .)

I've seen this clue in The Mirror.
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