What does the cryptic crossword clue "They say thin is right (4)" mean?

The definition is "right". The wordplay uses a homophone (sounds like). LIEN (sounds like "thin") [homophone: "They"]; definition: "right" The answer is LIEN.

They say thin is right (4)

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