What does the cryptic crossword clue "By way of example, they make firm declaration (13)" mean?

The definition is "declaration". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). PRONOUN (synonym="by way of example, they") + CEMENT (synonym="make firm") = PRONOUNCEMENT; definition: "declaration" The answer is PRONOUNCEMENT.

By way of example, they make firm declaration (13)

Times Cryptic #29030 | 12 Across | 2024-09-24 flower

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