bribery (C1)
noun
Pronunciation: /ˈbraɪbəri/
Definition
The act of offering, giving, receiving, or soliciting something of value to influence the actions of an official or other person in charge of a public or legal duty.
Examples
The investigation into bribery at the port led to several arrests.
He was found guilty of bribery and sentenced to five years in prison.
Laws against bribery are strict in most countries.
How to Use bribery
- accused of bribery (prepositional phrase)
- To be formally charged with the crime of offering or accepting a bribe. — "Several officials were accused of bribery in connection with the construction project."
- offer bribery (collocation)
- To propose giving something of value to influence someone's actions. — "He was arrested for attempting to offer bribery to the police officer."
- bribery case (collocation)
- A legal proceeding or investigation involving bribery. — "The prosecution presented strong evidence in the bribery case."
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