What does the cryptic crossword clue "Unprincipled about runs in first season (6)" mean?

The definition is "in first season". The wordplay uses charade, container. VENAL (synonym of "Unprincipled") + R (synonym of "runs") [container: "about"]; definition: "in first season" The answer is VERNAL.

Unprincipled about runs in first season (6)

Guardian Cryptic #28990 | 7 Down | 2023-02-10 flower

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