Bar from the bank?

Answer:

INGOT

Hint:

Think of a solid block of precious metal, often stored in vaults for safekeeping. It’s not the kind you’d order at a pub.

Explanation:

This clue plays on the double meaning of "bar." In banking, a gold or metal bar is often called an ingot, which fits the answer. The word "bank" hints at something valuable stored there, while "bar" cleverly misdirects from a drinking spot to a solid block of metal.

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General solving tip

A question mark usually flags wordplay or a non-literal reading. Expect a pun, a twist, or a definition that's one step removed from the surface meaning.

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