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It’s a case for strikers (8)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

matchbox

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(Other definitions for matchbox that I've seen before include "Container for lighters" , "Small" , "that has inflammable contents?" , "in which strikers are contained" , "This will hold your vestas" .)

I've seen this clue in The Hindu.
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