Cryptic crossword clue
Perhaps overthink cryptic clues a little in English 15

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 15 letter word INTELLECTUALISE

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The straight part
We know that "Perhaps overthink" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case perhaps overthink = intellectualise.
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.
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What does INTELLECTUALISE mean?

INTELLECTUALISE verb
  1. To treat in an intellectual manner; to discuss or express intellectually.
  2. To endow with intellect; to bestow intellectual qualities upon; to cause to become intellectual.
  3. To find a seemingly rational explanation for something.

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