Someone who's on your side (4)

I believe the answer is:

ally

(Other definitions for ally that I've seen before include "Supporter in a conflict" , "Cooperating country" , "Co-operative friend" , "Team up" , "Band together" .)

I've seen this clue in the USA Today.

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