What does the cryptic crossword clue "Joe is stopping nearby – it's only to be expected (7)" mean?

The definition is "it’s only to be expected". The wordplay uses a container (one word inside another). GI (synonym="Joe") in LOCAL (synonym=""nearby"") = LOGICAL; definition: "only to be expected" The answer is LOGICAL.

Joe is stopping nearby – it's only to be expected (7)

Guardian Cryptic #29209 | 18 Down | 2023-10-24 flower

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