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The result of getting routed differently (6)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

detour

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'the result of' is the definition.
The definition suggests a singular noun which matches the answer.

'routed differently' is the wordplay.
'differently' indicates an anagram.
'routed' is an anagram of 'DETOUR'.

'getting' is the link.

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(Other definitions for detour that I've seen before include "Diversion" , "Deviation from direct course" , "Temporary roundabout way" , "Circuitous route" , "Deviation from the usual route" .)

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