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Previously
Argo
had
leading
role
cut
(3)
Previously Argo had leading role cut (3)
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The definition is at the beginning of the clue.
How the clue works
The definition is previously. For the wordplay, take Argo and cut its leading letter — "role" abbreviated gives you R, so lop that off the front and you're left with AGO.