nepotism

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On the upside, there is obvious nepotism: Managers may favor their romantic partners when handing out raises, bonuses or promotions.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 28, 2026

In 2012, she was accused by unions of nepotism for influencing the hiring of up to 40 people, including numerous members of her family.

From BBC • Jan. 4, 2026

Still, Rahman's career has been dogged by allegations of nepotism and mismanagement.

From Barron's • Dec. 24, 2025

A 2023 state audit found nepotism in hiring and sloppy accounting of credit card purchases and state fuel.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 11, 2025

Zeitoun was convinced Ahmad was treating him a bit more roughly than the others, to compensate for any suspicions of nepotism, but he didn’t mind.

From "Zeitoun" by Dave Eggers