What does the cryptic crossword clue "Pete cheats in order to lead the way (3,3,4)" mean?

The wordplay uses an anagram. anagram of PETE + CHEATS = SETTHEPACE The answer is SETTHEPACE.

Pete cheats in order to lead the way (3,3,4)

Daily Mail Cryptic #17012 | 13 Down | 2023-01-16 flower