Cryptic crossword clue
Overindulging boy caught in brawl 7

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 7 letter word BABYING

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The straight part
We know that "Overindulging" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case overindulging = babying.
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 BABYING mean?

BABYING verb
  1. To coddle; to pamper somebody like an infant.
  2. To tend (something) with care; to be overly attentive to (something), fuss over.
BABYING noun
  1. The act of coddling or pampering somebody.

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