What does the cryptic crossword clue "Management helping to hold sledge back (10)" mean?

The definition is "Management". The wordplay uses a reversal. EGUL (synonym="EGUL") in RATION (synonym="‘helping’") = REGULATION; definition: "Management" The answer is REGULATION.

Management helping to hold sledge back (10)

Guardian Cryptic #29355 | 13 Across | 2024-04-12 flower

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