Sly individual leaving stand (5)

I believe the answer is:

stall

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'stand' is the definition.
('stall' can be a synonym of 'stand')

I can't explain the remainder of the clue.

(Other definitions for stall that I've seen before include "Cowshed or stable" , "Animal compartment" , "Postpone what one should be doing" , "(Of engine) stop running; booth" , "Block" .)

I've seen this clue in The Guardian.

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