What does the cryptic crossword clue "Rise not right, owed what’s left (7)" mean?

The definition is "left". The wordplay uses anagram, charade. anagram of RISE ("Rise") + DUE (synonym of "owed") [anagram: "not"] = RESIDUE; definition: "what's left" The answer is RESIDUE.

Rise not right, owed what’s left (7)

Guardian Cryptic #29641 | 10 Across | 2025-03-13 flower

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