What does the cryptic crossword clue "Could this influencer create corrupt hoax? (4,6)" mean?

The definition is "influencer". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). SPIN (synonym="SPIN") + DOCTOR (synonym="DOCTOR") = SPINDOCTOR The answer is SPINDOCTOR.

Could this influencer create corrupt hoax? (4,6)

Guardian Cryptic #29179 | 11 Across | 2023-09-19 flower

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