Temporarily performing some duty (6)

I believe the answer is:

acting

(Other definitions for acting that I've seen before include "Performing the role of" , "in a provisional role" , "Filling a role on a temporary basis" , "Performing, behaving" , "Taking on duties temporarily" .)

I've seen this clue in The Times.

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