What does the cryptic crossword clue "Scored opening runs into covers (5)" mean?

The definition is "Scored opening". The wordplay uses a container (one word inside another). R (synonym="runs") in INTO (synonym="INTO") = INTRO; definition: "Scored opening" The answer is INTRO.

Scored opening runs into covers (5)

Times Cryptic #29039 | 12 Across | 2024-10-04 flower

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