What does the cryptic crossword clue "Still not quite happening (4)" mean?

The definition is "Still". The wordplay uses charade, deletion. EVENT (synonym of "happening") [curtailing: "not quite"]; definition: "Still" The answer is EVEN.

Still not quite happening (4)

Guardian Cryptic #24482 | 21 Across | 2008-09-01 flower

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