What does the cryptic crossword clue "Urge in old flame burning: that's about right (6)" mean?

The definition is "Urge". The wordplay uses charade, container. EX (synonym of "old flame") + HOT (synonym of "burning:") + R (abbreviation of "right") [container: "about"]; definition: "Urge" The answer is EXHORT.

Urge in old flame burning: that's about right (6)

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