What does the cryptic crossword clue "Get rid of stated reason to look peevish? (4,3)" mean?

The definition is "Get rid of". The wordplay uses a homophone (sounds like). sounds like ‘Why pout?’ The answer is WIPE OUT.

Get rid of stated reason to look peevish? (4,3)

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