Cryptic crossword clue
Weird state in US, too fond of self-display 12

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 12 letter word OSTENTATIOUS

I've seen this crossword clue in The Sunday Telegraph
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The straight part
We know that "fond of self-display" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case fond of self-display = ostentatious.
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 OSTENTATIOUS mean?

OSTENTATIOUS adjective
  1. Of ostentation.
  2. Intended to attract notice.
  3. Of tawdry display; kitsch.

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