An argument about how to use oars (3)

I believe the answer is:

row

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'use oars' is the definition.
(I've seen this in another clue)

I can't explain the rest of the clue.

(Other definitions for row that I've seen before include "'Quarrel, dust-up (3)'" , "Altercation" , "Line; squabble" , "Quarrel about the tier" , "Paddle" .)

I've seen this clue in The Irish Independent.

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