Cryptic crossword clue
Complaining about Naomi returning after I left off being around 9

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

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The straight part
We know that "Complaining about" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case complaining about = bemoaning.
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 BEMOANING mean?

BEMOANING verb
  1. To moan or complain about (something).
  2. To be dismayed or worried about (someone), particularly because of their situation or what has happened to them.
BEMOANING noun
  1. The act of one who bemoans something.

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