The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 14 letter word ALPHABETICALLY
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The straight part
We know that "How chintz is arranged" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case how chintz is arranged = alphabetically.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 ALPHABETICALLY mean?
ALPHABETICALLY adverb- (manner) In an alphabetical manner.
- (sequence) Arranged in the order of the alphabet.