Cryptic crossword clue
Avaricious type like godhead coming in earlier after greedy principal 4-6

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 11 letter word GOLD-DIGGER

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The straight part
We know that "Avaricious type" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case avaricious type = gold-digger.
The cryptic/wordplay part
In cryptic crossword there's often an wordplay/cryptic part as well.
This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does GOLD-DIGGER mean?

GOLD-DIGGER noun
  1. Someone who digs or mines for gold.
  2. A person (usually female) who cultivates a personal relationship in order to attain wealth.

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