What does the cryptic crossword clue "Conservative begins Hard Times (6)" mean?

The definition is "Hard Times". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). C (synonym of "Conservative") + RISES (synonym of "begins"); definition: "Hard Times" The answer is CRISES.

Conservative begins Hard Times (6)

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