What does the cryptic crossword clue "Always behind rear of column: not again! (9)" mean?

The definition is "not again". The wordplay uses charade, parts. N (last letter of "column:") [last letter: "behind"] + EVERMORE (synonym of "Always"); definition: "not again!" The answer is NEVERMORE.

Always behind rear of column: not again! (9)

Times Cryptic #29169 | 11 Across | 2025-03-05 flower

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