What does the cryptic crossword clue "Run into wrong castle, looking embarrassed (7)" mean?

The definition is "looking embarrassed". The wordplay uses anagram, charade. anagram of CASTLE ("castle,") [anagram: "into"] + R (abbreviation of "Run") = SCARLET The answer is SCARLET.

Run into wrong castle, looking embarrassed (7)

Guardian Cryptic #29650 | 17 Across | 2025-03-24 flower

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