What does the cryptic crossword clue "All those present when the news is broadcast party (10)" mean?

The definition is "All those present". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). AT (synonym="AT") + TEN (synonym="when the news is broadcast") + DANCE (synonym="party") = ATTENDANCE; definition: "All those present" The answer is ATTENDANCE.

All those present when the news is broadcast party (10)

Guardian Cryptic #29211 | 23 Across | 2023-10-26 flower

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