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Plans a getaway for, perhaps (5)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

abets

(Other definitions for abets that I've seen before include "Helps (someone to commit crime)" , "Assists dealer, say" , "Aids and encourages" , "Assists in crime" , "Assists or encourages" .)

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