What does the cryptic crossword clue "In Massachusetts, a respected national leader once (4)" mean?

The definition is "national leader once". The wordplay uses a hidden word. Hidden in "in massachusetTS, A Respected national leader once" The answer is TSAR.

In Massachusetts, a respected national leader once (4)

Times Cryptic #28887 | 27 Across | 2024-04-10 flower

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