What does the cryptic crossword clue "Parts of service briefly show successful periods (7)" mean?

The definition is "Parts of service". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). TEAC (synonym="TEAC") + UPS (synonym="UPS") = TEACUPS; definition: "Parts of service" The answer is TEACUPS.

Parts of service briefly show successful periods (7)

Times Cryptic #29165 | 13 Across | 2025-02-28 flower

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