The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 10 letter word EMBROIDERY
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The straight part
We know that "sewing" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case sewing = embroidery.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 EMBROIDERY mean?
EMBROIDERY noun- The ornamentation of fabric using needlework.
- A piece of embroidered fabric.
- The elaboration of an account etc. with details, especially when fictitious.