Oiled MP (anag) – suddenly collapse (7)

I believe the answer is:

implode

(Other definitions for implode that I've seen before include "Burst inward" , "Collapse suddenly inwards" , "Violently collapse inwards" , "Cause to burst inwards" .)

I've seen this clue in The Guardian.

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