I sew in commendable style (4)

I believe the answer is:

wise

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'style' is the definition.
(wise is a kind of style)

'i sew in commendable' is the wordplay.
'i sew' anagrams to 'WISE'.
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(Other definitions for wise that I've seen before include "Astute" , "Prudent" , "Sapient" , "Having good judgement" , "Having discernment" .)

I've seen this clue in the Evening Standard.

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