The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 6 letter word NOOKIE
I've seen this crossword clue in Financial Times
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What does NOOKIE mean?
NOOKIE noun- Sexual intercourse or other sexual activity, especially if illicit.
- A pacifier.