What does the cryptic crossword clue "A few lines from the Home Counties that may stand (6)" mean?

The definition is "A few lines". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). SE (synonym="Home Counties near London") + STET (synonym="Latin for let it stand") = SESTET; definition: "A few lines" The answer is SESTET.

A few lines from the Home Counties that may stand (6)

Times Cryptic #28521 | 28 Across | 2023-02-08 flower

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