Takes exception to things in general (7)

I believe the answer is:

objects

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'things in general' is the definition.
'objects' can be an answer for 'things' (I've seen this before). I'm not sure about the 'in general' bit.

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(Other definitions for objects that I've seen before include "Takes exception to the things?" , "Articles; aims" , "Doesn't agree" , "Opposes" , "Material things" .)

I've seen this clue in the Evening Standard.

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