What does the cryptic crossword clue "Plain refusal to follow everyone in retreat (5)" mean?

The definition is "Plain". The wordplay uses a reversal. ALL (reversal="everyone") + NO (synonym="refusal") = LLANO; definition: "Plain" The answer is LLANO.

Plain refusal to follow everyone in retreat (5)

Guardian Cryptic #29630 | 28 Across | 2025-02-28 flower

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