What does the cryptic crossword clue "Being tight-lipped, in case of some battle (7)" mean?

The definition is "Being tight-lipped". The wordplay uses charade, parts. SE (middle of "some") + CRECY (synonym of "battle") [outer letters: "case"]; definition: "Being tight-lipped," The answer is SECRECY.

Being tight-lipped, in case of some battle (7)

Times Cryptic #28817 | 11 Across | 2024-01-19 flower

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