What does the cryptic crossword clue "In retirement, God's taken to court (4)" mean?

The definition is "taken to court". The wordplay uses charade, reversal. reverse of DEUS (synonym of "God's") [reversal: "retirement,"]; definition: "taken to court" The answer is SUED.

In retirement, God's taken to court (4)

Guardian Cryptic #29139 | 15 Across | 2023-08-03 flower

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