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Stage opening, perhaps (8)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

trapdoor

(Other definitions for trapdoor that I've seen before include "species of spider" , "Hinged flap" , "Possible exit" , "Its movement can cause sudden drop" , "Means of access set in floor or ceiling" .)

I've seen this clue in The New York Times.
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