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Assists on offense? (5)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

abets

(Other definitions for abets that I've seen before include "Aids in wrong-doing" , "Assists dealer, say" , "Assists or encourages" , "Gives support" , "Aids and encourages" .)

I've seen this clue in The New York Times.
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