Leave without permission (7)

I believe the answer is:

abscond

(Other definitions for abscond that I've seen before include "Run away from a legal process" , "Leave quickly to avoid punishment" , "Make off, bolt" , "desert" , "Bods can (anag.)" .)

I've seen this clue in The Times.

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