What does the cryptic crossword clue "Great throw, just missing top (8)" mean?

The definition is "Great". The wordplay uses a deletion. HEAVE (synonym="throw") + NLY (synonym="just") = HEAVENLY; definition: "Great" The answer is HEAVENLY.

Great throw, just missing top (8)

Times Cryptic #28905 | 3 Down | 2024-05-01 flower

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