What does the cryptic crossword clue "Patriarch who, to his friends, explained the gravity of the situation? (5)" mean?

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Patriarch who, to his friends, explained the gravity of the situation? (5)

Guardian Cryptic #29861 | 21 Down | 2025-11-25 flower

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