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Steal some kakapo, a challenge for certain (5)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

poach

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'steal' is the definition.
(I've seen this in another clue)

'some kakapo a challenge for certain' is the wordplay.
'POACH' is hidden within the letters.
However, I'm uncertain how the hidden word is indicated.

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(Other definitions for poach that I've seen before include "Steal (game etc)" , "Cook in a simmering liquid" , "Cook in boiling liquid - steal game" , "Cook in hot water" , "Track down" .)

I've seen this clue in the Sydney Morning Herald.
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