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The unrestricted, funner version could be a bit scary (7)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

unnerve

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'be a bit scary' is the definition.
I can't tell whether this definition defines the answer.

'the unrestricted funner version' is the wordplay.
'UNNERVE' is hidden in amongst the letters.
However, I am not sure how the hidden word is indicated.

'could' acts as a link.

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(Other definitions for unnerve that I've seen before include "Frighten" , "Cause to lose confidence" , "Perturb" , "scare" , "Dishearten - discourage" .)

I've seen this clue in the Sydney Morning Herald.
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