What does the cryptic crossword clue "Source of inspiration and great power in the writer (4)" mean?

The definition is "Source of inspiration". The wordplay uses a container (one word inside another). US (synonym="United States") in ME (synonym="Brendan") = MUSE; definition: "Source of inspiration" The answer is MUSE.

Source of inspiration and great power in the writer (4)

Guardian Cryptic #28971 | 24 Down | 2023-01-19 flower

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