___ bug (long-limbed predatory insect) (6)

I believe the answer is:

damsel

(Other definitions for damsel that I've seen before include "Maiden, often in distress" , "Medals (anag.)" , "Maid" , "Young girl" , "Girl - type of fly" .)

I've seen this clue in The New York Times.

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