Cryptic crossword clue
Seamstress initially having skill and independence in exam about tailoring 9

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 9 letter word SARTORIAL

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The straight part
We know that "about tailoring" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case about tailoring = sartorial.
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 SARTORIAL mean?

SARTORIAL adjective
  1. Of or relating to the tailoring of clothing.
  2. Of or relating to the quality of dress.
  3. Of or relating to the sartorius muscle.

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