What does the cryptic crossword clue "Break with six officials initially behind schedule (7)" mean?

The definition is "Break". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). VI (abbreviation="six") + O (first_letter="officials") + LATE (synonym="behind schedule") = VIOLATE; definition: "Break" The answer is VIOLATE.

Break with six officials initially behind schedule (7)

Daily Mail Cryptic #16996 | 24 Across | 2022-12-23 flower

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