What does the cryptic crossword clue "Supported DUP, the old leaders having deserted (6)" mean?

The definition is "Supported". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). UP (synonym="UP") + HE (synonym="HE") + LD (synonym="LD") = UPHELD; definition: "Supported" The answer is UPHELD.

Supported DUP, the old leaders having deserted (6)

Times Cryptic #28826 | 11 Across | 2024-01-30 flower

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