What does the cryptic crossword clue "University charges, under pressure, going higher (7)" mean?

The definition is "going higher". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). U (synonym of "University") + P (synonym of "pressure,") + WARDS (synonym of "charges,"); definition: "going higher" The answer is UPWARDS.

University charges, under pressure, going higher (7)

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