Cryptic crossword clue
Paid attention to that man on boat with paddling need 9

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

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Buddy explains!

The straight part
We know that "Paid attention to" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case paid attention to = hearkened.
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 HEARKENED mean?

HEARKENED verb
  1. (obsolete except poetic) To hear (something) with attention; to have regard to (something).
  2. To listen; to attend or give heed to what is uttered; to hear with attention, compliance, or obedience.
  3. To enquire; to seek information.

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