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Keep striking for money (5)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

pound

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This clue could be a double definition.

'keep striking' is the first definition.
'pound' can be an answer for 'keep' (thesaurus). I am not certain of the 'striking' bit.

'for money' is the second definition.
(pound sterling)

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(Other definitions for pound that I've seen before include "16 ounces" , "Hit repeatedly; coin" , "Some ready" , "Powder - 16 oz - 100p" , "UK currency; weight" .)

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