What does the cryptic crossword clue "Completely dismissed in audition (10)" mean?

The definition is "Completely". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). THROUGH (synonym="in") + OUT (synonym="dismissed") = THROUGHOUT; definition: "Completely" The answer is THROUGHOUT.

Completely dismissed in audition (10)

Times Cryptic #29047 | 17 Across | 2024-10-14 flower

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