What does the cryptic crossword clue "Effort of flowing into two rivers to begin with (8)" mean?

The definition is "Effort". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). anagram of EXE (synonym="EXE") + INTO (synonym="INTO") + R (synonym="two rivers") = EXERTION; definition: "Effort" The answer is EXERTION.

Effort of flowing into two rivers to begin with (8)

Guardian Cryptic #29502 | 12 Across | 2024-10-01 flower

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