What does the cryptic crossword clue "Providing energy, dainty sweetheart for 24? (1,4,4)" mean?

The definition is "24". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). IF (synonym of "Providing") + E (synonym of "energy,") + ELFIN (synonym of "dainty") + E (abbreviation of "sweetheart"); definition: "24?" The answer is IFEELFINE.

Providing energy, dainty sweetheart for 24? (1,4,4)

Guardian Cryptic #29038 | 9 Across | 2023-04-07 flower

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