What does the cryptic crossword clue "Potentially, Swede's success in war within reach (9)" mean?

The definition is "Potentially, Swede". The wordplay uses a hidden word. VE (synonym="success in war, Victory in Europe Day") + GETABLE (synonym="within reach") = VEGETABLE; definition: "Potentially, Swede's" The answer is VEGETABLE.

Potentially, Swede's success in war within reach (9)

Times Cryptic #28697 | 12 Across | 2023-09-01 flower

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