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Pair allowed in with wristband (8)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

bracelet

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'wristband' is the definition.
(synonyms)

'pair allowed in' is the wordplay.
'pair' becomes 'brace' (synonyms).
'allowed in' becomes 'let' (to let is to allow or permit. I am not sure about the 'in' bit.).
'brace'+'let'='BRACELET'

'with' acts as a link.

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(Other definitions for bracelet that I've seen before include "Might Bel react badly to this jewellery?" , "Jewellery worn around the wrist" , "Ornament - handcuff (slang)" , "16 [ADORNMENT]" , "Wrist, arm adornment" .)

I've seen this clue in The Irish Times.
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