Cryptic crossword clue
Fix up whistle-blower with appeal 5

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

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The straight part
We know that "Fix up" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case fix up = refit.
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 REFIT mean?

REFIT noun
  1. The process of having something fitted again, repaired or restored.
REFIT verb
  1. To fit again; to put back into its place.
  2. To prepare for use again; to repair or restore.
  3. To fit out or supply again (with something).
  4. To prepare a vessel for use again (e.g. by replenishing depleted supplies or doing maintenance or repair work); (of a vessel) to be prepared for use again.

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