Provides a false alibi for, say (5)

I believe the answer is:

abets

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

I've seen this clue in the Universal.

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