The Crossword Centre Clue-Writing Competition

CCCWC October competition voters’ comments
 
Clue no. 23: For those starting college, lots of serious exams aren't far away.

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A clue to CLOSE.
2 comments refer to this clue (from 2 competitors, 0 others)

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Comments on the clue
1.'For' unnecessary in wordplay, 'are not' shouldn't be contracted.
2.'Are not' would be better that 'aren't', but 'for' is still redundant