What does the cryptic crossword clue "Extremely strict director enters animal refuge (9)" mean?

The definition is "Extremely strict". The wordplay uses charade, container. ARROW (synonym of "director") + NEST (synonym of "animal refuge") [container: "enters"]; definition: "Extremely strict" The answer is NARROWEST.

Extremely strict director enters animal refuge (9)

Times Cryptic #29200 | 25 Across | 2025-04-10 flower

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