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Simply loved fuss and colour (6)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

adored

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'simply loved' is the definition.
'adored' can be an answer for 'loved' (similar in meaning). I am not sure about the 'simply' bit.

'fuss and colour' is the wordplay.
'fuss' becomes 'ado' (synonyms).
'and' is a charade indicator (letters next to each other).
'colour' becomes 'red' (red is a kind of colour).
'ado'+'red'='ADORED'

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(Other definitions for adored that I've seen before include "Worshipped, loved" , "Worshipped and revered" , "Cherished" , "enjoyed very much" , "Idolised" .)

I've seen this clue in the Evening Standard.
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