What does the cryptic crossword clue "Using muscle fail to catch moggy and give up (8)" mean?

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Using muscle fail to catch moggy and give up (8)

Times Cryptic #29025 | 9 Down | 2024-09-18

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AB[dominal muscle], DIE (fail), insert CAT.

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