What does the cryptic crossword clue "United breaking out of position (6)" mean?

The definition is "position". The wordplay uses charade, container. U (synonym of "United") + FORTH (synonym of "out") [container: "breaking"]; definition: "position" The answer is FOURTH.

United breaking out of position (6)

Guardian Cryptic #29086 | 17 Across | 2023-06-02 flower

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