PHRASE: "to desert a cause or party especially abruptly" Crossword Clue

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PHRASE: "to desert a cause or party especially abruptly" Crossword Answer

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Hint 1: Clue Definitions

ABRUPTLY (adverb)
1. quickly and without warning
ESPECIALLY (adverb)
1. to a distinctly greater extent or degree than is common
2. in a special manner

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