Crossword Genius

Not demanding all the competitors appearing honest? (5-5)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

entry-level

'not demanding' is the definition.
(entry-level means undemanding or easy)

'all the competitors appearing honest?' is the wordplay.
'all the competitors appearing' becomes 'entry' (everyone who has entered a race).
'honest?' becomes 'level' (level can mean fair or honest).
'entry'+'level'='ENTRY-LEVEL'

(Other definitions for entry-level that I've seen before include "Simple enough for a beginner" , "Suitable for beginners" .)

I've seen this clue in The Times.
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