Cryptic crossword clue
Not paying attention — makes amends in bed, squeezing sweetheart’s bottom 6-6

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 13 letter word ABSENT‑MINDED

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The straight part
We know that "Not paying attention" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case not paying attention = absent‑minded.
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 ABSENT‑MINDED mean?

ABSENT‑MINDED adjective
  1. Absent in mind; often preoccupied; forgetful or careless due to distraction; easily distracted.

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