corruption
Example Sentences
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The 2010 competition would later be tainted by a corruption scandal.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026
Right now, corruption and accountability are particularly salient for both voters and lawmakers.
From Slate • Jun. 8, 2026
Sanchez is also under attack from critics over several corruption scandals involving his inner circle.
From Barron's • Jun. 6, 2026
What these students share with more passionate supporters on both sides is a desire for the instability to end so policies on crime, corruption and inequality can actually be implemented.
From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026
My dear countrymen, the aim of the Revolutionary Council is to establish a nation free from corruption and internal strife.
From "Half of a Yellow Sun" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
Vocabulary lists containing corruption
"The Crucible" -- Vocabulary from all 4 Acts
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"The Crucible" -- Vocabulary from Act 1
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