| Clue | Source | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Dispatched parts competently, without thinking | The Times Quick Cryptic | 06 Aug 2026 |
| Inattentively (8) | ||
| In a preoccupied manner | The Times Specialist Sunday | 30 Oct 2022 |
| Skilfully conceals perfume, we hear of vaguely | ||
| In a preoccupied way | ||
| "Oh, did I miss class yesterday?" Tom asked ___ | ||
| Without thinking | ||
| In a preoccupied way |