A liking for a feather bed maybe (4,4)

I believe the answer is:

soft spot

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'a liking' is the definition.
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(Other definitions for soft spot that I've seen before include "Sentimental fondness" , "Sentimental affection" , "showing fondness" , "Emotional susceptibility" , "Affectionate weakness for (someone/something)" .)

I've seen this clue in The Globe and Mail.

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