What does the cryptic crossword clue "Elected party shut up (6)" mean?

The definition is "shut up". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). IN (synonym of "Elected") + SIDE (synonym of "party"); definition: "shut up" The answer is Inside.

Elected party shut up (6)

Telegraph Prize Cryptic #3085 | 14 Across | 2020-12-06 flower

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