What does the cryptic crossword clue "Precise study involving trouble (4,2)" mean?

The definition is "Precise". The wordplay uses charade, container. DEN (synonym of "study") + ADO (synonym of "trouble") [container: "involving"]; definition: "Precise" The answer is DEAD ON.

Precise study involving trouble (4,2)

Times Cryptic #28782 | 19 Across | 2023-12-09 flower

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