What does the cryptic crossword clue "Tranquillity surrounds current exam (5)" mean?

The definition is "exam". The wordplay uses charade, container. REST (synonym of "Tranquillity") + I (synonym of "current") [container: "surrounds"]; definition: "exam" The answer is RESIT.

Tranquillity surrounds current exam (5)

Times Cryptic #29046 | 20 Across | 2024-10-12 flower

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