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What some scouts seek from Knock endlessly before Easter (6)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

talent

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'easter' is the definition.
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(Other definitions for talent that I've seen before include "Flair, aptitude" , "Attractive young girls" , "Skill, natural ability" , "Natural ability or quality" , "ancient coin" .)

I've seen this clue in the Irish Times.
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