become corrupt

Frequency: 7.09.8 per million words

Describes the process of starting to be corrupt.

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Examples (10)

  • The politician, once an idealist, slowly became corrupt after years in power.
  • Without strong ethical guidelines, anyone can become corrupt when offered enough money.
  • Critics argue that the entire political system has become corrupt over the decades.
  • If we don't implement reforms, the institution is at risk of becoming corrupt.
  • By the time the investigation started, the official had already become corrupt.
  • The company's leadership became corrupt, engaging in illegal financial practices.
  • It's frightening to think how quickly a well-intentioned leader can become corrupt.
  • The fear was that the police force would become corrupt due to the influence of organized crime.
  • Historians debate at what point the ancient empire's administration became corrupt.
  • How does an honest person become corrupt in such a toxic environment?