What does the cryptic crossword clue "Remaining exam taken again — with the time cut — in two parts (8)" mean?

The definition is "Remaining". The wordplay uses a deletion. RESI (synonym="RESI") + DUAL (synonym="in two parts") = RESIDUAL; definition: "Remaining" The answer is RESIDUAL.

Remaining exam taken again — with the time cut — in two parts (8)

Times Cryptic #28154 | 13 Across | 2021-12-07 flower

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