Cryptic crossword clue
Façade of temple flanked by wings recently but no longer

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 5 letter word ALATE

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The straight part
We know that "recently (but no longer)" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case recently (but no longer) = alate.
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 ALATE mean?

ALATE noun
  1. A winged, reproductive form of several social insects.
ALATE adjective
  1. Having winglike extensions or parts; winged.
ALATE adverb
  1. Recently; lately; of late.

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