What does the cryptic crossword clue "Run, man, run! He may stop him (5,5)" mean?

The definition is "He may stop him". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). EXTRA (synonym of "run!") + COVE (synonym of "man,") + R (synonym of "Run,"); definition: "He may stop him" The answer is EXTRACOVER.

Run, man, run! He may stop him (5,5)

Guardian Cryptic #29008 | 19 Across | 2023-03-03 flower

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