The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 10 letter word SLUMBERING
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The straight part
We know that "gloomy" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case gloomy = slumbering.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.
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What does SLUMBERING mean?
SLUMBERING verb- To be in a very light state of sleep, almost awake.
- To be inactive or negligent.
- To lay to sleep.
- To stun; to stupefy.
- Sleep
- Temporarily inactive.