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Held out even with the head cut off (9)
I think it may be PROFFERED (have -r-f-e--d)
if it is why? missing the 1st letter, what letter

No longer in the swim - ay, there's the rub (9)

- - - E - - - - G

Thanks

towelling

i think PROFFERED is right.
PROFFERED can mean the same as OFFERED (2 letters missing which is a bit iffy)?

PROFFERED and OFFERED both mean held out.

Thanks to both of you, now I can continue, may need help later!