What does the cryptic crossword clue "Survive during plot being blown up by explosives (7)" mean?

The definition is "blown up by explosives". The wordplay uses charade, container. LAST (synonym of "Survive") + BED (synonym of "plot") [container: "during"]; definition: "blown up by explosives" The answer is BLASTED.

Survive during plot being blown up by explosives (7)

Times Cryptic #28784 | 10 Across | 2023-12-12 flower

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