What does the cryptic crossword clue "Conflict by the sea, briefly gave enthusiasm (6)" mean?

The definition is "Conflict". The wordplay uses charade, deletion. WAR (synonym of "Conflict") + MED (synonym of "sea,") [curtailing: "briefly"]; definition: "gave enthusiasm" The answer is WARMED.

Conflict by the sea, briefly gave enthusiasm (6)

Guardian Cryptic #27448 | 23 Across | 2018-03-05 flower

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