Solving crosswords, for some (5)

I believe the answer is:

hobby

(Other definitions for hobby that I've seen before include "Bird of prey - pastime" , "Raptor - pastime" , "interest" , "pursuit of birdwatcher?" , "Favourite pastime" .)

I've seen this clue in the LA Times.

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