What does the cryptic crossword clue "Difficult situation unknown in production of Times (6)" mean?

The definition is "Difficult situation". The wordplay uses anagram, charade. anagram of TIMES ("Times") [anagram: "production"] + Y (abbreviation of "unknown") = STYMIE; definition: "Difficult situation" The answer is STYMIE.

Difficult situation unknown in production of Times (6)

Times Cryptic #28657 | 11 Across | 2023-07-17 flower

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