What does the cryptic crossword clue "An attempt to get past (3)" mean?

The definition is "past". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). A (abbreviation="An") + GO (synonym="get") = AGO; definition: "past" The answer is AGO.

An attempt to get past (3)

Guardian Cryptic #24124 | 19 Across | 2007-07-09 flower

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