Seven numbered clues whose answers all begin with “B”, and a final “link” clue.
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Ixion
1. Not so boring sods, furiously tweeting perhaps(8)
2. Eponymous hero first bringing seasonal misery from the East(7)
3. Can an indefinite number be taken from an awfully big nose?(6)
4. An offensive bird may, arguably be picked and put in the team(6)
5. The original Bisto, occasionally lumpy, ie mix well for good gravy(6)
6. In the manner of Spooner somewhat conspicuous and talking nonsense(10)
7. They may be uplifting and (bordering on sexism) in harmony with “tuck in the girls when it's cold outside”(5,6,7)
Cook encourages a load of young nits to make breakfast perhaps, the ultimate waffle?(3,4)