What does the cryptic crossword clue "Reportedly regret dig in simulated chatter on stage (7)" mean?

The definition is "simulated chatter on stage". The wordplay uses a homophone (sounds like). sounds like’rue’ BARB (dig/ negative comment) The answer is RHUBARB.

Reportedly regret dig in simulated chatter on stage (7)

Times Cryptic #28621 | 1 Across | 2023-06-05 flower

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