What does the cryptic crossword clue "Like the clappers are striking: without end? (7)" mean?

The definition is "Like the clappers". The wordplay uses a deletion. RAP (synonym="RAP") + IDLY (synonym="IDLY") = RAPIDLY; definition: "Like the clappers" The answer is RAPIDLY.

Like the clappers are striking: without end? (7)

Times Cryptic #28899 | 27 Across | 2024-04-24 flower

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