What does the cryptic crossword clue "Manifest horror, about to be caught by swindle (6)" mean?

The definition is "Manifest horror". The wordplay uses charade, container. RE (synonym of "about") + SCAM (synonym of "swindle") [container: "caught"]; definition: "Manifest horror," The answer is SCREAM.

Manifest horror, about to be caught by swindle (6)

Times Cryptic #28753 | 25 Across | 2023-11-06 flower

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