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Supports; is ready for action (6,2)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

stands by

(Other definitions for stands by that I've seen before include "Holds oneself in readiness" , "Is ready" , "Is available" , "gives support" , "fails to intervene" .)

I've seen this clue in The Times.
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