The Crossword Centre Clue-Writing Competition

CCCWC August competition voters’ comments
 
Clue no. 55: What a comedian wants at first, is the ultimate in jokes to make a killing

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A clue to LAUGHTER.
2 comments refer to this clue (from 2 competitors, 0 others)

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Comments on the clue
1.I can't see how this clue works. Where does the def. end and the wordplay start?
2.Nice idea but it just seems a bit clumpy. Worth a point though.