Cryptic crossword clue
If returning oarsman holds record it shows strength 4-5

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 4 letter word FIRE

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The straight part

We know that "it shows strength" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case it shows strength = fire.

The cryptic/wordplay part

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This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does FIRE mean?

1. A (usually self-sustaining) chemical reaction involving the bonding of oxygen with carbon or other fuel, with the production of heat and the presence of flame or smouldering.
2. An instance of this chemical reaction, especially when intentionally created and maintained in a specific location to a useful end (such as a campfire or a hearth fire).
3. The occurrence, often accidental, of fire in a certain place, causing damage and danger.
4. The aforementioned chemical reaction of burning, considered one of the Classical elements or basic elements of alchemy.
5. A heater or stove used in place of a real fire (such as an electric fire).
6. The elements necessary to start a fire.
7. The bullets or other projectiles fired from a gun.
8. Strength of passion, whether love or hate.
9. Liveliness of imagination or fancy; intellectual and moral enthusiasm.
10. Splendour; brilliancy; lustre; hence, a star.
11. A severe trial; anything inflaming or provoking.
12. Red coloration in a piece of opal.

1. To set (something, often a building) on fire.
2. To heat as with fire, but without setting on fire, as ceramic, metal objects, etc.
3. To drive away by setting a fire.
4. To terminate the employment contract of (an employee), especially for cause (such as misconduct or poor performance).
5. To shoot (a gun or analogous device).
6. To shoot a gun, cannon, or similar weapon.
7. To shoot; to attempt to score a goal.
8. To cause an action potential in a cell.
9. To forcibly direct (something).
10. (computer sciences, software engineering) To initiate an event (by means of an event handler).
11. To inflame; to irritate, as the passions.
12. To animate; to give life or spirit to.
13. To feed or serve the fire of.
14. To light up as if by fire; to illuminate.
15. To cauterize.
16. To catch fire; to be kindled.
17. To be irritated or inflamed with passion.

1. Amazing; excellent.

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