Cryptic crossword clue
Gaped at last, grey bearded 6

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 6 letter word YAWNED

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The straight part
We know that "Gaped" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case gaped = yawned.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does YAWNED mean?

YAWNED verb
  1. To open the mouth widely and take a long, rather deep breath, often because one is tired or bored, and sometimes accompanied by pandiculation.
  2. To say while yawning.
  3. To present a wide opening.
  4. To open the mouth, or to gape, through surprise or bewilderment.
  5. To be eager; to desire to swallow anything; to express desire by yawning.

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