What does the cryptic crossword clue "Whilst hiking, fun somehow turns into false optimism (7,8)" mean?

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What is the answer to "Whilst hiking, fun somehow turns into false optimism (7,8)"?

The answer is WISHFUL THINKING.

Whilst hiking, fun somehow turns into false optimism (7,8)

Times Cryptic #29319 | 4 Down | 2025-08-27 flower

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