Time to bow out gracefully? (7,4)
I believe the answer is:
curtain call
'time' is the definition.
Although both the answer and definition are singular nouns, I cannot see how they can define each other.
I don't understand how the rest of the clue works.
Can you help me to learn more?
(Other definitions for curtain call that I've seen before include "Post-performance bow" , "Appearance of performers after a show to acknowledge applause" , "Where performers are congratulated by the audience" , "Appearance of performers on stage to acknowledge applause" , "Theatrical time for applause" .)