What does the cryptic crossword clue "Under a misapprehension, take two days off and escape (5)" mean?

The definition is "escape". The wordplay uses a deletion. ELUDE (deletion) + (deletion) + (deletion) = ELUDE; definition: "escape" The answer is ELUDE.

Under a misapprehension, take two days off and escape (5)

Guardian Cryptic #28988 | 20 Across | 2023-02-08 flower

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