What does the cryptic crossword clue "Have a go at attack after United lead (7)" mean?

The definition is "Have a go at". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). U (synonym of "United") + PB (synonym of "lead") + RAID (synonym of "attack"); definition: "Have a go at" The answer is UPBRAID.

Have a go at attack after United lead (7)

Guardian Cryptic #29252 | 5 Across | 2023-12-13 flower

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