It may be struck for a camera

POSE

"Here’s a helpful hint for your crossword clue: "A stance often held for a photo." This hint guides the solver toward the idea of adopting a position (a pose) without directly repeating the original clue or giving away the answer. It’s easier than the original but still requires a bit of thought."

The clue "It may be struck for a camera" leads to the answer "POSE" through a clever play on words. "Struck" suggests an action or a deliberate stance, often associated with posing for a photograph. "For a camera" directly hints at the act of posing, as people commonly "strike a pose" when being photographed.