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Friend finally forgoing something fishy? (4)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

ally

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'friend' is the definition.
(an ally is a friend or supporter)

'finally forgoing something fishy?' is the wordplay.
'ALLY' is hidden in amongst the letters.
But, I'm not sure how this is indicated.

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(Other definitions for ally that I've seen before include "Cooperating country" , "One co-operating with another" , "Supporter in a conflict" , "couple?" , "Fighting partner" .)

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