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corrupt

[kuh-ruhpt] / kəˈrʌpt /






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Self-deception corrupts that process from within, and the cost grows with every generation.

From The Wall Street Journal

He understood its people, both honest and corrupt.

From Literature

Andrew became known for cultivating friendships among foreign leaders, including in countries widely seen as corrupt.

From The Wall Street Journal

But the judge said Bembridge had a public role and had failed to carry out his duties on behalf of the King for a corrupting motive.

From BBC

Valy once demanded corrupt officials be "punished and demoted as in other countries" rather than merely warned, and lobbied for a complete overhaul of the financial sector to address Laos' currency crisis.

From Barron's