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influence peddling

NOUN
activism
Synonyms
STRONGEST
advocacy involvement militancy
STRONG
logrolling striking
WEAK
boycotting championing effecting change moving and shaking picketing
NOUN
bribe
Synonyms
STRONGEST
blackmail compensation gift graft gratuity hush money incentive inducement kickback perk reward
STRONG
allurement bait contract enticement envelope feedbag goody gravy grease ice lagniappe lure payola perquisite present price protection remuneration sop sweetener sweetening take
WEAK
buyoff corrupt money corrupting gift fringe benefit
Antonyms
STRONGEST
hindrance loss penalty

Example Sentences

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They appeared to show the public figures discussing how to engage in influence peddling and other misconduct—evidence, Slovenia’s opposition said, of “corruption of unimaginable proportions.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 23, 2026

A motion to oust Jeri, 39, received the backing of dozens of lawmakers on claims of influence peddling, the latest of a series of impeachment bids against him.

From Barron's • Feb. 14, 2026

At this point, it was a garden-variety story of influence peddling.

From Slate • Jul. 8, 2025

McCloskey cited disillusionment from influence peddling and ethics scandals under the George W. Bush administration as reasons why he switched parties in 2007 at the age of 79.

From Seattle Times • May 8, 2024

Mr Sánchez announced his decision to consider his resignation on the same day that it was revealed that a Madrid court was opening an investigation into his wife, Begoña Gómez, following allegations of influence peddling.

From BBC • Apr. 27, 2024