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bribe

/bɹaɪb/

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noun

Pot-de-vin, corruption

Something (usually money) given in exchange for influence or as an inducement to dishonesty.

Examples :

"The politician received a bribe to vote in favor of the new law. "

Le politicien a reçu un pot-de-vin pour voter en faveur de la nouvelle loi.

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noun

Pot-de-vin, corruption

That which seduces; seduction; allurement.

Examples :

"The teacher's praise was a subtle bribe, alluring the students to finish their homework. "

Les éloges du professeur étaient une subtile forme de corruption, incitant les élèves à finir leurs devoirs.

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verb

Corrompre, soudoyer

To give a bribe to; specifically, to ask a person to do something, usually against his/her will, in exchange for some type of reward or relief from potential trouble.

Examples :

"She was accused of trying to bribe the jury into making false statements."

Elle a été accusée d'avoir tenté de soudoyer le jury pour qu'il fasse de fausses déclarations.

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verb

Corrompre

To gain by a bribe; to induce as by a bribe.

Examples :

"The student tried to bribe the teacher with a box of chocolates to get a better grade. "

L'étudiant a essayé de corrompre le professeur avec une boîte de chocolats pour obtenir une meilleure note.

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