What does the cryptic crossword clue "Switch positions round areas for sailing in quiet time (3,6)" mean?

The definition is "quiet time". The wordplay uses a container (one word inside another). OFF (synonym="OFF") + SEAS (synonym="SEAS") + ON (synonym="ON") = OFF SEASON; definition: "quiet time" The answer is OFF SEASON.

Switch positions round areas for sailing in quiet time (3,6)

Times Cryptic #28881 | 17 Across | 2024-04-03 flower

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