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In total sobriety as well (4)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

also

'as well' is the definition.
(synonyms)

'in total sobriety' is the wordplay.
'in' indicates a hidden word.
'ALSO' is hidden in the letters of 'total sobriety'.

(Other definitions for also that I've seen before include "Likewise" , "Plus" , "Item" , "As well, in addition" , "in accompaniment" .)

I've seen this clue in The Daily Express and The Mirror.
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