Cryptic crossword clue
Spy novel feature good for analysing on couch? 8

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 8 letter word PSYCHING

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What does PSYCHING mean?

PSYCHING verb
  1. To put (someone) into a required psychological frame of mind.
  2. To intimidate (someone) emotionally using psychology.
  3. To treat (someone) using psychoanalysis.

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