What does "Corruption" mean?

dishonest or illegal behavior

"Corruption" in a sentence

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the '70s were not a good time for the city or for the department-- corruption, brutality, sexism.

Brooklyn Nine-Nine S1E8

Romantic relationships between superiors and their employees lead to fraud, corruption, and misuse of public funds.

Parks and Recreation S4E9

I remembered how we had all come to Gatsby's and guessed at his corruption, while he stood before us, concealing an incorruptible dream.

The Great Gatsby

"Corruption" in TV shows & movies

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