Cryptic crossword clue
Recollection, as in names recollected 9

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

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The straight part
We know that "Recollection" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case recollection = anamnesis.
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 ANAMNESIS mean?

ANAMNESIS noun
  1. The ability to recall past events; recollection.
  2. The medical history of a patient.
  3. The mention of the past; quotation of exemplary authors from memory to establish one's authority.

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