What does the cryptic crossword clue "Be first to succeed former partner (5)" mean?

The definition is "Be". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). EX (abbreviation="former partner") + IST (abbreviation="first") = EXIST; definition: "Be" The answer is EXIST.

Be first to succeed former partner (5)

Independent Cryptic #1790 | 25 Across | 2024-06-16 flower

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