What does the cryptic crossword clue "Game over for hawk (4)" mean?

The definition is "Game". The wordplay uses charade, reversal. reverse of GOLF (synonym of "Game") [reversal: "over"]; definition: "hawk" The answer is FLOG.

Game over for hawk (4)

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