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Gave a catch that was heaven-sent? (5)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

skied

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'gave' is the definition.
The definition and answer can be both to do with motion as well as being past participle verbs.
Perhaps there's an association between them I don't understand?

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(Other definitions for skied that I've seen before include "Sported" , "having knocked up" , "took part in winter sport" .)

I've seen this clue in the Evening Standard.
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