What does the cryptic crossword clue "Different aid sent as an alternative (7)" mean?

The definition is "as an alternative". The wordplay uses an anagram. anagram of AID + SENT = INSTEAD; definition: "as an alternative" The answer is INSTEAD.

Different aid sent as an alternative (7)

Daily Mail Cryptic #17455 | 1 Across | 2024-09-27 flower

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