What does the cryptic crossword clue "Uncompromising firm's leading chain (8)" mean?

The definition is "Uncompromising". The wordplay uses acrostic, charade. HARD (synonym of "firm's") + LINE (synonym of "chain") [first letter: "leading"]; definition: "Uncompromising" The answer is HARDLINE.

Uncompromising firm's leading chain (8)

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