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Sword unstable peer holds (4)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

epee

'sword' is the definition.
(sword used in fencing)

'unstable peer holds' is the wordplay.
'holds' indicates a hidden word.
'EPEE' is hidden within 'unstable peer'.

(Other definitions for epee that I've seen before include "Narrow fencing sword" , "Fencing blade" , "Type of sword" , "Thin fencing sword" , "Fencing weapon" .)

I've seen this clue in The Sun.
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