What does the cryptic crossword clue "Downtrodden journalists blocking article (9)" mean?

The definition is "Downtrodden". The wordplay uses charade, container. PRESS (synonym of "journalists") + OPED (synonym of "article") [container: "blocking"]; definition: "Downtrodden" The answer is OPPRESSED.

Downtrodden journalists blocking article (9)

Times Cryptic #28880 | 10 Across | 2024-04-02 flower

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