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corrupt

[kuh-ruhpt] / kəˈrʌpt /






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The thirst for power has a way of corrupting even the most idealistic hearts, alas.

From Los Angeles Times

Movie themes are often over my head, but even I know that “The Lord of the Rings” was about the corrupting nature of power.

From The Wall Street Journal

She would inherit a dysfunctional government and a corrupt judiciary, but her commitment to a new republic founded on freedom, property rights and the rule of law would give her a good start.

From The Wall Street Journal

Our hometown—long known as ugly, backward, corrupt, dangerous, ill- mannered, poorly maintained and shoddily dressed—had lured into our yard a world-famous brand.

From The Wall Street Journal

China would have sought his extradition, and the government or some corrupt officials no doubt would have obliged.

From The Wall Street Journal