You might pick bird up in this headlight? (7)

I believe the answer is:

aureole

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(Other definitions for aureole that I've seen before include "Euro ale? (anag)" , "Corona round sun/moon" , "Celestial crown or halo" .)

I've seen this clue in The Times.

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