What does the cryptic crossword clue "Unrealistic dream of such as Big Ben area (7)" mean?

The definition is "Unrealistic dream". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). CHIMER (synonym="such as Big Ben") + A (synonym="A") = CHIMERA; definition: "Unrealistic dream" The answer is CHIMERA.

Unrealistic dream of such as Big Ben area (7)

Times Cryptic #29117 | 10 Across | 2025-01-03 flower

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