In search of lost time, author is in a daze (6)

I believe the answer is:

stupor

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'is in a daze' is the definition.
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(Other definitions for stupor that I've seen before include "A state of coma or drowsiness" , "Dazed condition as from drink or drugs" , "result of too much snow?" , "Semi-conscious state" , "Proust found in dazed condition" .)

I've seen this clue in The Irish Times.

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