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corrupt

[kuh-ruhpt] / kəˈrʌpt /






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Malta is maybe a little corrupt and the deliverables show up.

From Slate • Jun. 6, 2026

Victims of 1984 industrial disaster still battle health effects from gas leak and an Indian judicial system that is called corrupt and uncaring.

From Los Angeles Times • May 27, 2026

"For us, getting the convict to serve his jail terms is extremely important in view of the seriousness with which we are tackling corrupt practices," he said.

From BBC • May 20, 2026

Hoover was competent and corrupt, famously controlling the FBI with an iron fist.

From Salon • May 8, 2026

He recruited his army from the foulest criminals ever vomited up by corrupt prison systems anywhere in the world.

From "The House of the Scorpion" by Nancy Farmer




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