What does the cryptic crossword clue "You once strayed badly, very recently (9)" mean?

The definition is "very recently". The wordplay uses anagram, charade. anagram of STRAYED ("strayed") [anagram: "badly,"] + YE (abbreviation of "You") = YESTERDAY; definition: "very recently" The answer is YESTERDAY.

You once strayed badly, very recently (9)

Times Cryptic #28790 | 8 Down | 2023-12-19 flower

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