What does the cryptic crossword clue "Article is certain to omit American responses (7)" mean?

The definition is "responses". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). AN (synonym="indefinite article") + SWE (synonym="SWE") + RS (synonym="declares as true; expresses certainty") = ANSWERS; definition: "responses" The answer is ANSWERS.

Article is certain to omit American responses (7)

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