Cryptic crossword clue
Finding fault with moving divan back and embracing while husband’s away 9

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

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The straight part
We know that "Finding fault with" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case finding fault with = debugging.
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 DEBUGGING mean?

DEBUGGING verb
  1. To search for and eliminate malfunctioning elements or errors in something, especially a computer program or machinery.
  2. To remove a hidden electronic surveillance device from (somewhere).
  3. To remove insects from (somewhere), especially lice.
DEBUGGING noun
  1. The process of finding and resolving bugs or defects that prevent correct operation of computer software or a system.

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