What does the cryptic crossword clue "Press dismissed resolve (4,3)" mean?

The definition is "resolve". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). IRON (synonym of "Press") + OUT (synonym of "dismissed"); definition: "resolve" The answer is IRON OUT.

Press dismissed resolve (4,3)

Times Cryptic #29165 | 20 Across | 2025-02-28 flower

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