Strong thick lengths of cord (5)

I believe the answer is:

ropes

(Other definitions for ropes that I've seen before include "Strong cords" , "known by clued-up workers?" , "Onion or pearl strings" , "Guys" , "Lassoes" .)

I've seen this clue in The Times.

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