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corruption

[kuh-ruhp-shuhn] / kəˈrʌp ʃən /




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Rather, it’s a pragmatic game of connecting the dots, revealing a damning picture of widespread corruption.

From Salon • May 22, 2026

Which it did, through a combination of on-field shenanigans, off-field corruption and undeniable footballing brilliance.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026

The Met's Al Fayed investigation is in three parts - the previous investigation, a look forward into any potential facilitators and enablers, and establishing whether any misconduct or corruption occurred.

From BBC • May 20, 2026

Monday's announcement came days after Adani agreed to pay a separate $18 million settlement in a US civil court case linked to corruption, without admitting guilt, according to one of his other companies.

From Barron's • May 18, 2026

The harpy shook her wings wide, and the travelers nearly fainted from the hideous smells of corruption and decay that wafted from her.

From "The Amber Spyglass" by Philip Pullman




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