What does the cryptic crossword clue "Cheers on cheers reflected popular win (6)" mean?

The definition is "win". The wordplay uses a reversal. TA (reversal="like “cheers”, an informal expression meaning “thank you”") + TA (synonym="like “cheers”, an informal expression meaning “thank you”") + IN (synonym="popular/in fashion") = ATTAIN; definition: "win" The answer is ATTAIN.

Cheers on cheers reflected popular win (6)

Independent Cryptic #1772 | 11 Across | 2024-02-11 flower

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