What does the cryptic crossword clue "Benefit from period after running race (7)" mean?

The definition is "Benefit". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). MILE (synonym="race") + AGE (synonym="period") = MILEAGE; definition: "Benefit" The answer is MILEAGE.

Benefit from period after running race (7)

Daily Mail Cryptic #17404 | 24 Across | 2024-07-18 flower

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