Cryptic crossword clue
Conscious of beginning with conception, then aftermath 4-5

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 10 letter word WIDE-AWAKE

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What does WIDE-AWAKE mean?

WIDE-AWAKE adjective
  1. Completely or fully awake
  2. Alert, vigilant or watchful
WIDE-AWAKE noun
  1. A bird, the sooty tern.
  2. A type of hat with a broad brim made of black or brown felt.

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