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Vigour and vitality (5)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

verve

(Other definitions for verve that I've seen before include "Root tasting of oysters" , "Great liveliness or enthusiasm" , "Zest and exuberance" , "Life" , "Dashing enthusiasm" .)

I've seen this clue in The Guardian.
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