What does the cryptic crossword clue "End career (very little in it) (5-3)" mean?

The definition is "(very little in it)". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). CLOSE (synonym of "End") + RUN (synonym of "career"); definition: "(very little in it)" The answer is CLOSERUN.

End career (very little in it) (5-3)

Guardian Cryptic #29085 | 9 Across | 2023-06-01 flower

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