What does the cryptic crossword clue "After further endless fighting, lovers getting means to clear the air (10,4)" mean?

The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). EXTR (synonym="EXTR") + ACTION (synonym="fighting") + FANS (synonym="lovers") = EXTRACTIONFANS The answer is EXTRACTIONFANS.

After further endless fighting, lovers getting means to clear the air (10,4)

Guardian Cryptic #29083 | 8 Across | 2023-05-30 flower

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