What does the cryptic crossword clue "Belligerent allies, we suggested (7,6)" mean?

The definition is "Belligerent allies". The wordplay uses a reversal. CENTRAL (synonym="CENTRAL") + POWERS (synonym="POWERS") = CENTRAL POWERS; definition: "Belligerent allies," The answer is CENTRAL POWERS.

Belligerent allies, we suggested (7,6)

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