What does the cryptic crossword clue "Trains under review, as expected (7,5)" mean?

The definition is "Trains". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). ROLLING (synonym="under review") + STOCK (synonym="as expected") = ROLLINGSTOCK; definition: "Trains" The answer is ROLLINGSTOCK.

Trains under review, as expected (7,5)

Guardian Cryptic #29253 | 11 Down | 2023-12-14 flower

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