Cryptic crossword clue
Partially conscious, conservative used offensive language 9

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 9 letter word CONCUSSED

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The straight part
We know that "Partially conscious" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case partially conscious = concussed.
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 CONCUSSED mean?

CONCUSSED verb
  1. To injure the brain of, usually temporarily, by violent impact.
  2. To force to do something, or give up something, by intimidation; to coerce.
CONCUSSED adjective
  1. Knocked out, temporarily confused or unconscious due to a blow to the head

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