Stops bringing leaves off (7)

I believe the answer is:

desists

This clue is a double definition.

'stops' is the first definition.
(I've seen this in another clue)

'leaves off' is the second definition.
(I've seen this in another clue)

'bringing' acts as a link.

(Other definitions for desists that I've seen before include "Ceases" , "Stops, refrains from" .)

I've seen this clue in The Globe and Mail.

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