What does the cryptic crossword clue "A fake journalist’s remorseful (7)" mean?

The definition is "remorseful". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). A (from clue) + SHAM (synonym="fake") + ED (abbreviation="journalist's") = ASHAMED; definition: "remorseful" The answer is ASHAMED.

A fake journalist’s remorseful (7)

Daily Mail Cryptic #16871 | 23 Across | 2022-07-01 flower

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