Cryptic crossword clue
Embroidery done a certain way, given the needle’s very small one 5-6

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 12 letter word CROSS-STITCH

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The straight part
We know that "Embroidery done a certain way" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case embroidery done a certain way = cross-stitch.
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 CROSS-STITCH mean?

CROSS-STITCH noun
  1. A double stitch that forms a cross.
  2. Embroidery or needlework made using such stitches.
CROSS-STITCH verb
  1. To embroider with such stitches.

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