What does the cryptic crossword clue "Substitute with rest punching match official (6)" mean?

The definition is "Substitute". The wordplay uses a container (one word inside another). LIE (synonym=""rest"") in REF (synonym=""match official"") = RELIEF; definition: "Substitute" The answer is RELIEF.

Substitute with rest punching match official (6)

Guardian Cryptic #29080 | 15 Across | 2023-05-26 flower

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