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They're attractive imitations, ducks (6)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

decoys

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'ducks' is the definition.
The definition and answer can be both man-made objects as well as being plural nouns.
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(Other definitions for decoys that I've seen before include "They're used to lure people into traps" , "Alluring things" , "Allures" , "Lures" .)

I've seen this clue in the Evening Standard.
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