Cryptic crossword clue
Deliberately misinforms, I hear, Head Residents 4

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 4 letter word LICE

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The straight part
We know that "Head Residents" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case head residents = lice.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does LICE mean?

LICE noun
  1. A small parasitic wingless insect of the order Psocodea.
  2. (not usually used in plural form) A contemptible person; one who is deceitful or causes harm.

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