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Ross

I believe the answer is:

tic

(Other definitions for tic that I've seen before include "Convulsive twitch (of face)" , "Convulsive twitching" , "Localised habitual twitch, especially to the face" , "Facial movement" , "Fuel oil" .)

I've seen this clue in the LA Times.
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