What does the cryptic crossword clue "Best ever performance from leftist full of goodness (6)" mean?

The definition is "Best". The wordplay uses a container (one word inside another). COR (synonym="[my] goodness!") in RED (synonym="”leftist”") = RECORD; definition: "Best ever performance" The answer is RECORD.

Best ever performance from leftist full of goodness (6)

Guardian Cryptic #29480 | 5 Across | 2024-09-05 flower

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