What does the cryptic crossword clue "Not confident, making changes by force (9)" mean?

The definition is "Not confident,". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). F (synonym of "force") + ALTERING (synonym of "changes"); definition: "Not confident," The answer is FALTERING.

Not confident, making changes by force (9)

Times Cryptic #29014 | 10 Across | 2024-09-05 flower

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