Crossword Genius

In revolt -- Conservatives? Honest! (7)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

upright

'honest' is the definition.
(I've seen this before)

'in revolt conservatives?' is the wordplay.
'in revolt' becomes 'up' (I've seen this in other clues).
'conservatives?' becomes 'right' (right-wing people).
'up'+'right'='UPRIGHT'

(Other definitions for upright that I've seen before include "Honourable; erect" , "Joanna" , "not grand" , "Vertical like rugby goal post" , "support" .)

I've seen this clue in The Telegraph.
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