What does the cryptic crossword clue "Even having money, this would be a great deal! (8,5)" mean?

The definition is "this would be a great deal". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). STRAIGHT (synonym="STRAIGHT") + FLUSH (synonym="having money. A very good hand at poker.") = STRAIGHT FLUSH The answer is STRAIGHT FLUSH.

Even having money, this would be a great deal! (8,5)

Times Cryptic #28803 | 23 Across | 2024-01-03 flower

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