What does the cryptic crossword clue "Being unrealistic about claims made by trader and performer? (10)" mean?

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Being unrealistic about claims made by trader and performer? (10)

Times Cryptic #28966 | 24 Across | 2024-07-11

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So a trader says I DEAL and a performer says I SING.

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