What does the cryptic crossword clue "Part of reign is pale reminder about failing again? (9)" mean?

The definition is "failing again". The wordplay uses a hidden word. Hidden backwards in [ part of…about ] "rei GN IS PALE R eminder" The answer is RELAPSING.

Part of reign is pale reminder about failing again? (9)

Guardian Cryptic #29335 | 17 Across | 2024-03-20 flower

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