The term REPAIRED, IN A WAY can be solved by two crossword solutions: SEWED (5 letters) and SOLDERED (8 letters). Sewing is a method of repairing fabric or clothing by stitching the pieces together with thread. Soldering is a process of joining two metal pieces together by melting a filler material between them. Both sewing and soldering are common methods of repairing items in a way that is often more durable than the original material.