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Torches for bullies (7)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

hectors

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'bullies' is the definition.
('hector' can be a synonym of 'bully')

'torches' is the wordplay.
'torches' can be anagrammed to 'HECTORS'.
But, I'm unsure how this is indicated.

'for' acts as a link.

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