What does the cryptic crossword clue "Deity entering principal UK island in attempt to annex? (4)" mean?

The definition is "attempt to annex". The wordplay uses charade, container. RA (synonym of "Deity") + GB (synonym of "principal UK island") [container: "in"]; definition: "attempt to annex?" The answer is GRAB.

Deity entering principal UK island in attempt to annex? (4)

Times Cryptic #28780 | 8 Across | 2023-12-07 flower

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