What does the cryptic crossword clue "Long to be with circle and express view (5)" mean?

The definition is "Long". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). O (abbreviation of "circle") + PINE (synonym of "Long"); definition: "express view" The answer is OPINE.

Long to be with circle and express view (5)

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