The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 6 letter word RINSES
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The straight part
We know that "bits of Cleaning Windows/Cleaning Windows" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case bits of cleaning windows/cleaning windows = rinses.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.
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What does RINSES mean?
RINSES noun- The action of rinsing.
- A liquid used to rinse, now particularly a hair dye.