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They're no longer burning to make tracks! (7)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

cinders

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'tracks' is the definition.
The answer and definition can be both natural objects as well as being plural nouns.
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(Other definitions for cinders that I've seen before include "Embers" , "Pieces of partly burned coal" , "girl kept at home" .)

I've seen this clue in the Evening Standard.
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