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Come to the sand in a splash or even on a wave (6)

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I believe the answer is:

ashore

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'come to the sand' is the definition.
I can't judge whether this definition defines the answer.

'a splash or even on a wave' is the wordplay.
'ASHORE' is hidden in amongst the letters.
But, I am uncertain how the hidden word is indicated.

'in' acts as a link.

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(Other definitions for ashore that I've seen before include "Off the boat" , "Beached" , "On land (as opposed to the sea)" , "on the coast" , "in port?" .)

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