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bribe; gifted property
Meanings
2 senses · 10 examplesverb
to bribe; to give gifts (as bribe)
literaryUsed exclusively in formal or literary written contexts, often carries a negative connotation of improper bribery.
He was investigated and punished for bribing officials to pervert the law.
In ancient times, feudal lords would gift each other gold and jade as presents.
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Government officials are not allowed to accept bribes or gifts from others.
To win the bid, he secretly bribed the judges with favors.
Historical records often document acts of powerful officials gifting property to imperial relatives.
noun
gifted property; bribe
literaryUsed in formal written language to refer to valuable items given as a gift or bribe.
Use a thousand taels of gold as a bribe/gift.
He accepted the gifts sent by the enemy state.
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In ancient times, there must be gifts for diplomatic visits.
Corrupt officials accept huge amounts of bribe money.
The gifts offered by the feudal lords were all rare treasures.