1. Became dull, so it's said, and rank (5) ???D?.
2. Flinch like a hunted bird? (5) ?U???.
3. Felt his years, apparently, having been put in charge (7) ?A?A???.
4. Take another's place, changing pursuit without it (5) ?N???.
5. Cried out for a drink (5) ?????.
Thanks for any help