What does the cryptic crossword clue "Bend the rules (previously following) (4)" mean?

The definition is "Bend". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). F (synonym="following") + LEX (synonym="the rules – Latin for law") = FLEX; definition: "Bend" The answer is FLEX.

Bend the rules (previously following) (4)

Times Cryptic #28574 | 27 Across | 2023-04-11 flower

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