Cryptic crossword clue
Angry after 1000 sinks getting article for plug supplier 5

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 5 letter word ADMAN

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The straight part
We know that "plug supplier" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case plug supplier = adman.
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 ADMAN mean?

ADMAN noun
  1. A person in the business of devising, writing, illustrating or selling advertisements.

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