Cryptic crossword clue
Overseas leader’s note misinterpreted race’s torment 13

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 13 letter word CONCERTMASTER

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The straight part
We know that "Overseas leader" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case overseas leader = concertmaster.
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Crossword Answer definitions

CONCERTMASTER noun
  1. The first violin in a symphony orchestra; normally plays violin solos

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