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Putin
is
so
reactionary
–
some
back
out
for
composer
(7)
Putin is so reactionary – some back out for composer (7)
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The definition is at the end of the clue.
How the clue works
Look at composer — that's your definition, the famous Italian opera chap. "Some" tells you there's a hidden word lurking inside "putIN IS SO Reactionary", and "back out" tells you to read it in reverse, giving you your answer.