Woman is not with children (3)

I believe the answer is:

sue

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'woman' is the definition.
(woman's name)

I don't understand the remainder of the clue.

(Other definitions for sue that I've seen before include "Take legal action against (someone), girl's name" , "Institute legal proceedings (against someone)" , "Prosecute at law" , "Take court action" , "Appeal" .)

I've seen this clue in The Independent.

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