The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 6 letter word DEARIE
I've seen this crossword clue in The Guardian
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More clues leading to the result DEARIE
- Ducks lose strength after eating some corn
- Ducks are in deserted lake
- Ducks in river, mostly dry
- “Darling” — that is a term of endearment
- Duck died, sounding strange
- Read novel – that is love
- Beloved to pass away clutching part of body
- Daughter that is holding attention, a loved one
- I read about the ultimate in white sugar
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What does DEARIE mean?
DEARIE noun- (chiefly as a term of address) A person who is dear; sweetie.