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Figure, that is, to fade away (3)

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I believe the answer is:

die

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This could be a double definition.

'figure' is the first definition.
The definition and answer can be both man-made objects as well as being singular nouns.
Perhaps they are linked in a way I don't understand?

'to fade away' is the second definition.
(I've seen this in other clues)

'that is' acts as a link.

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(Other definitions for die that I've seen before include "Fail" , "Expire" , "Stop functioning" , "Pass from physical life" , "Stamping device" .)

I've seen this clue in the Evening Standard.
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