What does the cryptic crossword clue "Nervously making a bet (8)" mean?

The definition is "bet". The wordplay uses anagram, charade. anagram of A ("a") + FLUTTER (synonym of "bet") [anagram: "Nervously"] = AFLUTTER The answer is AFLUTTER.

Nervously making a bet (8)

Guardian Cryptic #29370 | 12 Across | 2024-04-30 flower

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