The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 5 letter word BATON
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The straight part
We know that "Give it a twirl!" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case give it a twirl! = baton.The cryptic/wordplay part
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What does BATON mean?
BATON noun- A staff or truncheon, used for various purposes
- The stick of a conductor in musical performances.
- An object transferred by runners in a relay race.
- A short stout club used primarily by policemen; a truncheon (UK).
- An abatement in coats of arms to denote illegitimacy. (Also spelled batune, baston).
- A riband with the ends cut off, resembling a baton, as shown on a coat of arms.
- A short vertical lightweight post, not set into the ground, used to separate wires in a fence.
- To strike with a baton.