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Various rooms ultimately somewhat damp? (6)

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I believe the answer is:

sundry

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'various' is the definition.
(sundry means various or diverse)

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(Other definitions for sundry that I've seen before include "Various, assorted" , "more than a couple" , "All and . . . . . . means everyone" , "All and . . . . . . includes everyone" , "Assorted, miscellaneous" .)

I've seen this clue in The Guardian.
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