What does the cryptic crossword clue "Be straight and count on rising position (4,2,3)" mean?

The definition is "Be straight". The wordplay uses charade, reversal. TELL (synonym of "count") + ON (synonym of "on") + LIE (synonym of "position") [reversal: "rising"]; definition: "Be straight" The answer is TELLNOLIE.

Be straight and count on rising position (4,2,3)

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