What does the cryptic crossword clue "Advanced slowly, for the most part (4)" mean?

The definition is "Advanced". The wordplay uses charade, deletion. LENTO (synonym of "slowly,") [curtailing: "for the most part"]; definition: "Advanced" The answer is LENT.

Advanced slowly, for the most part (4)

Times Cryptic #28527 | 15 Across | 2023-02-15 flower

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