What does the cryptic crossword clue "Article on sacred river getting top grade (5)" mean?

The definition is "top grade". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). ALPH (synonym of "sacred river") + A (synonym of "Article"); definition: "top grade" The answer is ALPHA.

Article on sacred river getting top grade (5)

Times Cryptic #28699 | 9 Across | 2023-09-04 flower

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