What does the cryptic crossword clue "Give up? It could be far worse (8)" mean?

The definition is "Give". The wordplay uses an anagram. anagram of FARWORSE ("far worse") [anagram: "could"] = FORSWEAR; definition: "Give up?" The answer is FORSWEAR.

Give up? It could be far worse (8)

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