What does the cryptic crossword clue "Courage to overcome shattering grief (10)" mean?

The definition is "grief". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). HEART (synonym="Courage") + BREAK (synonym="overcome") = HEARTBREAK; definition: "grief" The answer is HEARTBREAK.

Courage to overcome shattering grief (10)

Guardian Cryptic #29124 | 16 Across | 2023-07-17 flower

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