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50 in split to form extremist group (4)

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I believe the answer is:

cult

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'form extremist group' is the definition.
The answer and definition can be both related to thinking as well as being singular nouns.
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'50 in split' is the wordplay.
'50' becomes 'l' (Roman numeral).
'in' is an insertion indicator.
'split' becomes 'cut' (synonyms).
'l' going within 'cut' is 'CULT'.

'to' is the link.

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(Other definitions for cult that I've seen before include "Group with system of formal worship" , "unorthodox organisation" , "Esoteric religion" , "Unorthodox or false religion" , "System of religious beliefs and rituals" .)

I've seen this clue in The Sun.
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