Saws; dull writers (5)

I believe the answer is:

hacks

(Other definitions for hacks that I've seen before include "Coughs" , "Uninspired writers" , "Literary drudges" , "Mediocre writers" , "kicks on the shin" .)

I've seen this clue in The Times.

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