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The other technique finally helping is another run-through (9)

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I believe the answer is:

iteration

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'another run-through' is the definition.
The definition suggests a singular noun which matches the answer.

'the other technique finally helping' is the wordplay.
'the other' becomes 'it' (old-fashioned UK slang for sex).
'finally' suggests the final letters.
'helping' becomes 'ration' (a ration is a serving or helping).
The final letter of 'technique' is 'e'.
'it'+'e'+'ration'='ITERATION'

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(Other definitions for iteration that I've seen before include "Repetition" , "Repeated performing" , "Repeats" , "Repeating" , "Reprise" .)

I've seen this clue in The Telegraph.
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