Cryptic crossword clue
Hug female instead of child, primarily in a state of confusion 6

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 6 letter word FUDDLE

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Buddy explains!

The straight part
We know that "state of confusion" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case state of confusion = fuddle.
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.
Sadly, We don't have an explanation for this specific crossword clue yet.

What does FUDDLE mean?

FUDDLE noun
  1. Intoxication.
  2. Intoxicating drink; liquor.
  3. Muddle, confusion.
  4. A party or picnic where attendees bring food and wine; a kind of potluck.
FUDDLE verb
  1. To confuse or befuddle.
  2. To intoxicate.
  3. To become intoxicated; to get drunk.

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