What does the cryptic crossword clue "Arresting idiot is utter common sense (6)" mean?

The definition is "common sense". The wordplay uses a container (one word inside another). NIT (synonym="”idiot”") in SAY (synonym="”utter”") = SANITY; definition: "common sense" The answer is SANITY.

Arresting idiot is utter common sense (6)

Guardian Cryptic #29031 | 14 Across | 2023-03-30 flower

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