Cryptic crossword clue
Convinced India and China in secret 14

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 14 letter word CONFIDENTIALLY

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The straight part
We know that "in secret" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case in secret = confidentially.
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.
Sadly, We don't have an explanation for this specific crossword clue yet.

What does CONFIDENTIALLY mean?

CONFIDENTIALLY adverb
  1. In a confidential manner.
  2. Spoken of in a private manner.

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