Crossword Genius

The limited space available for this crossword in print prevents ____ wording in the clues (6)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

otiose

(Other definitions for otiose that I've seen before include "Without practical purpose" , "Laze, idle" , "O so tie up and be vain and empty" , "Redundant, futile" , "Devoid of worth or significance" .)

I've seen this clue in The Times and The Sunday Times.
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