Illicitly assist Crossword Clue

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Illicitly assist Crossword Answer

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(verb)
1. assist or encourage, usually in some wrongdoing

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

ILLICITLY (adverb)
1. in a manner disapproved or not allowed by custom
2. in an illegal manner
ASSIST (verb)
1. work for or be a servant to
2. give help or assistance; be of service
ASSIST (noun)
1. the activity of contributing to the fulfillment of a need or furtherance of an effort or purpose
2. (sports) the act of enabling another player to make a good play

Hint 3: Anagram

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BATE

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