bribe

Example Sentences

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Colbert described that as "a big fat bribe."

From Barron's • Mar. 2, 2026

He added, “How can it not be equated with currying favor or an outright bribe? How can that not be the case?”

From Salon • Jan. 31, 2026

They will also tackle emergent and “hidden” forms of corruption, such as deferred bribe payments and “revolving doors” through which officials can move between public office and corporate jobs.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 17, 2026

He said his own mother used to bribe him with Pringles to get him to take swim lessons.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 2, 2025

“Do you bribe the kids you babysit with sugar? Man, they’re lucky.”

From "Americanah" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie