What does the cryptic crossword clue "Improving for ages without others (9)" mean?

The definition is "Improving". The wordplay uses a deletion. ON (synonym="ON") + THEM (synonym="as in “us and them” = others") + END (synonym="as in “hours on end” = for ages = for a long time") = ONTHEMEND; definition: "Improving" The answer is ONTHEMEND.

Improving for ages without others (9)

Independent Cryptic #11881 | 23 Across | 2024-11-07 flower

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