Stopped dreaded new cutbacks (5)

I believe the answer is:

ended

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'stopped' is the definition.
('end' can be a synonym of 'stop')

'dreaded new cutbacks' is the wordplay.
'ENDED' is hidden back-to-front within the letters.
But, I am unsure how the hidden word is indicated.

Can you help me to learn more?

(Other definitions for ended that I've seen before include "Ceased" , "died" , "Finished, terminated" , "Over; complete" , "Stopped" .)

I've seen this clue in the Sydney Morning Herald.

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