What does the cryptic crossword clue "Was obliged to return after almost perfect seclusion (6)" mean?

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Was obliged to return after almost perfect seclusion (6)

Times Cryptic #28815 | 17 Across | 2024-01-17

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HAD (was obliged to) reversed, after PUR[E].

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