What does the cryptic crossword clue "Counter first signs of regret expressed by unassuming types (5)" mean?

The definition is "Counter". The wordplay uses acrostic. first letters of "regret expressed by unassuming types" = REBUT; definition: "Counter" The answer is REBUT.

Counter first signs of regret expressed by unassuming types (5)

Daily Mail Cryptic #17034 | 26 Down | 2023-02-15 flower

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