What does the cryptic crossword clue "Signal failure to put line in this, perhaps? (3)" mean?

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Signal failure to put line in this, perhaps? (3)

Guardian Cryptic #29359 | 25 Across | 2024-04-17

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CLUE (“this”) less L

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