With which to pay the minder? (6)

I believe the answer is:

tender

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'pay the minder?' is the definition.
'tender' can be an answer for 'pay' (thesaurus). I am not sure about the 'the minder?' bit.

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(Other definitions for tender that I've seen before include "Soft, delicate or loving" , "Easy to cut or chew" , "Soft - gentle - nurse" , "craft" , "Make offer in gentle way" .)

I've seen this clue in the Evening Standard.

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