Cryptic crossword clue
Golden go-getter? 9

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 9 letter word RETRIEVER

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The straight part
We know that "Golden go-getter" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case golden go-getter = retriever.
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 RETRIEVER mean?

RETRIEVER noun
  1. One who retrieves something.
  2. A type of gun dog that retrieves game for a hunter.
  3. A tool for retrieving materials from the body after an operation.

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