What does the cryptic crossword clue "Run aground acting as sentry (2,5)" mean?

The definition is "acting as sentry". The wordplay uses an anagram. anagram of AGROUND ("aground") [anagram: "Run"] = ONGUARD; definition: "acting as sentry" The answer is ON GUARD.

Run aground acting as sentry (2,5)

Times Cryptic #28867 | 10 Across | 2024-03-18 flower

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