What does the cryptic crossword clue "Challenging leader marks a test loosely (10)" mean?

The definition is "Challenging leader". The wordplay uses an anagram. anagram of MARKSATEST ("marks a test") [anagram: "loosely"] = TASKMASTER; definition: "Challenging leader" The answer is TASKMASTER.

Challenging leader marks a test loosely (10)

Times Cryptic #29248 | 21 Across | 2025-06-05 flower

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