What does the cryptic crossword clue "Just appear pale, in the grip of drink (4,2)" mean?

The definition is "Just appear". The wordplay uses charade, container. WAN (synonym of "pale,") + SUP (synonym of "drink") [container: "in"]; definition: "Just appear" The answer is SWAN UP.

Just appear pale, in the grip of drink (4,2)

Times Cryptic #29252 | 22 Across | 2025-06-10 flower

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