What does the cryptic crossword clue "Throwing event: determined to negotiate (6,3)" mean?

The definition is "negotiate". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). HAMMER (synonym="athletic event involving thropwing") + OUT (synonym="determined – “I’m out to win this”") = HAMMEROUT; definition: "negotiate" The answer is HAMMEROUT.

Throwing event: determined to negotiate (6,3)

Guardian Cryptic #29359 | 5 Down | 2024-04-17 flower

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