Cryptic crossword clue
Einstein taking part in Michaelmas term indiscretions 10

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 10 letter word MASTERMIND

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The straight part
We know that "Einstein" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case einstein = mastermind.
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What does MASTERMIND mean?

MASTERMIND noun
  1. A person with an extraordinary intellect or skill that is markedly superior to his or her peers.
  2. A person responsible for the highest level of planning and execution of a major operation.
MASTERMIND verb
  1. To act in the role of mastermind.

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