What does the cryptic crossword clue "Dire situation adding pressure to match? (6)" mean?

The definition is "Dire situation". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). P (abbreviation="pressure") + LIGHT (synonym="match?") = PLIGHT; definition: "Dire situation" The answer is Plight.

Dire situation adding pressure to match? (6)

Telegraph Prize Cryptic #3040 | 31 Across | 2020-01-26 flower

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