What does the cryptic crossword clue "Run round tree, creating quite an impression (6)" mean?

The definition is "creating quite an impression". The wordplay uses charade, container. FLY (synonym of "Run") + ASH (synonym of "tree,") [container: "round"]; definition: "creating quite an impression" The answer is FLASHY.

Run round tree, creating quite an impression (6)

Times Cryptic #28775 | 6 Down | 2023-12-01 flower

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