What does the cryptic crossword clue "Pattern of short-term worker running behind (8)" mean?

The definition is "Pattern". The wordplay uses a deletion. TEMP (synonym="worker") + LATE (synonym="behind") = TEMPLATE; definition: "Pattern" The answer is TEMPLATE.

Pattern of short-term worker running behind (8)

Times Cryptic #28676 | 9 Across | 2023-08-08 flower

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