as in incentive
something given or promised in order to improperly influence a person's conduct or decision
that judge refused a huge bribe to dismiss the charges against the wealthy defendant
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as in to lure
to influence someone with a bribe
meat inspectors were bribed, and the contaminated beef was sold to the public
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Recent Examples of bribe
Nectar Gan, CNN, 15 Dec. 2024
According to the court documents, former Baldwin Park City Councilmember Ricardo Pacheco began soliciting bribes from companies seeking marijuana permits after the city started issuing them in 2017.
—Madeline Armstrong | The Center Square, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 15 Dec. 2024
Jack Nicas, New York Times, 24 Nov. 2024
Spector in his first court case had pleaded guilty to helping bribe an assistant to an ex-Russian deputy prime minister.
—Reuters, NBC News, 24 Dec. 2024
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Noun
In the past, such roles have offered fertile ground for graft, especially bribes for promotions.
—Nectar Gan, CNN, 15 Dec. 2024
According to the court documents, former Baldwin Park City Councilmember Ricardo Pacheco began soliciting bribes from companies seeking marijuana permits after the city started issuing them in 2017.
—Madeline Armstrong | The Center Square, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 15 Dec. 2024
Verb
Over time, investigators discovered that some of Brazil’s biggest companies — including a group behind the beef giant JBS, the state oil company Petrobras and Odebrecht — had been bribing officials in power across Latin America and Africa in exchange for lucrative government contracts.
—Jack Nicas, New York Times, 24 Nov. 2024
Spector in his first court case had pleaded guilty to helping bribe an assistant to an ex-Russian deputy prime minister.
—Reuters, NBC News, 24 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bribe
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Fram Energy’s approach not only democratizes access to clean energy but also aligns financial incentives across stakeholders.—
Christer Holloman,
Forbes,
20 Jan. 2025
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The Wolverines were so invested in talent retention that a One More Year Fund was launched to, as the name suggests, provide financial incentives for stars like Blake Corum to stay for one more year instead of turning pro.—
Matt Baker,
The Athletic,
20 Jan. 2025
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Loyalty plans at chains from AMC (Stubs) to Angelika are helping to lure moviegoers.—
Jill Goldsmith,
Deadline,
23 Jan. 2025
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So far, the restaurants have been busy, Tanha said, adding that the brand’s hope is to lure locals as well as tourists.—
Connie Ogle,
Miami Herald,
22 Jan. 2025
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Weekly Newsletter Get your fix of JSTOR Daily’s best stories in your inbox each Thursday.—
The Editors,
JSTOR Daily,
16 Jan. 2025
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The energetic and unexpected green comes from a recent pickle fix trickling into food and home cores.—
Lauren Thomann,
Better Homes & Gardens,
16 Jan. 2025
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Seaport upgrades First Solar to buy from neutral Seaport says the solar company has an attractive risk/reward.—
Michael Bloom,
CNBC,
16 Jan. 2025
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After buying the title off script, the Korean distributor put together a robust social media campaign that targeted young audiences while emphasizing the film’s mouth-watering content.—
Ben Croll,
Variety,
16 Jan. 2025
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What to Know The new payments, known as Recovery Rebate Credit (RRC), are being sent to eligible taxpayers who did not claim federal stimulus checks they were entitled to as part of their tax returns for 2021.—
Gordon G. Chang,
Newsweek,
24 Jan. 2025
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Here's what to know about the IRS' latest round of stimulus checks and who is eligible to receive them.—
Greta Cross,
USA TODAY,
23 Jan. 2025
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Eating and Drinking Make sure to carve out time for the gym because the property's dining venues seduce not just with food quality but also with outstanding design.—
Lauren Mowery,
Forbes,
22 Jan. 2025
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The Medusa logo was chosen as a symbol of captivating beauty, seducing all those who behold it.—
Mattia Dognini,
The Hollywood Reporter,
3 Jan. 2025
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This storytelling reveals the leader’s motivations and principles, helping team members feel more connected to their vision and approach.—
Paola Cecchi-Dimeglio,
Forbes,
17 Jan. 2025
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Police say Clarke has refused to speak or provide any motivation.—
Milena Malaver,
Miami Herald,
17 Jan. 2025
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Eventually, he was enticed to talk after being offered immunity from prosecution.—
Astha Rajvanshi,
NBC News,
14 Jan. 2025
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The nation’s flight and digital connectivity, coupled with its safe and attractive investment climate, is enticing a growing number of international investors to establish homes on the islands.—
Panorama Media Ltd.,
Miami Herald,
14 Jan. 2025
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“Bribe.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bribe. Accessed 30 Jan. 2025.
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