What does the cryptic crossword clue "Not looking good, using library, overlooking contents (4)" mean?

The definition is "Not looking good". The wordplay uses a deletion. UG (deletion) + LY (deletion) = UGLY; definition: "Not looking good," The answer is UGLY.

Not looking good, using library, overlooking contents (4)

Times Cryptic #28609 | 25 Down | 2023-05-22 flower

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