What does the cryptic crossword clue "Exaggerated performance from dame put him off (6,2,2)" mean?

The definition is "Exaggerated performance". The wordplay uses an anagram. anagram of DAMEPUTHIM ("dame put him") [anagram: "off"] = HAMMEDITUP; definition: "Exaggerated performance" The answer is HAMMED IT UP.

Exaggerated performance from dame put him off (6,2,2)

Times Cryptic #28877 | 9 Across | 2024-03-29 flower

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