Possible Clues:

• Backhand, e.g.
• Putt, e.g.
• Single act, as of genius
• Feed's about right for a 5dn
• Fit of apoplexy
• Rub lightly
• The oarsman might use it for swimming, but it could be the death of him
• Being under pressure, this may be the end of the rower
• A faint complaint from one in a row, perhaps
• Fondle breast, for one