What does the cryptic crossword clue "Singer is withdrawn from this race (6)" mean?

The definition is "Singer". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). TH (abbreviation="this") + RUSH (synonym="race") = THRUSH; definition: "Singer" The answer is THRUSH.

Singer is withdrawn from this race (6)

Guardian Cryptic #29026 | 1 Across | 2023-03-24 flower

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