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
Still, Whitaker wasn’t hesitant to play with the trope of a rich L.A. kid benefiting from nepotism.
From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 24, 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
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