What does the cryptic crossword clue "Festivities drag in the end, unfortunately (5)" mean?

The definition is "Festivities". The wordplay uses charade, parts. G (last letter of "drag") + ALAS (synonym of "unfortunately") [last letter: "end,"]; definition: "Festivities" The answer is GALAS.

Festivities drag in the end, unfortunately (5)

Times Cryptic #28761 | 26 Across | 2023-11-15 flower

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