The Crossword Centre Clue-Writing Competition

CCCWC November competition voters’ comments
 
Clue no. 19: Hermit, perhaps, that flies rapidly from Spooner's begging rabble.

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A clue to HUMMINGBIRD.
2 comments refer to this clue (from 1 competitor, 1 other)

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Comments on the clue
1.I wondered if anyone would dare take on the spoonerism – and thankfully, done in perfectly good taste!
2.The best of the 'Spooner' clues, though I wonder if 'coquette' wouldn't have suited the surface better.