widespread corruption

Frequency: 8.015.3 per million words

corruption existing over a large area or among many people

corruptionADJECTIVE + corruption

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widespread

Examples (10)

  • A journalist uncovered evidence of widespread corruption within the government.
  • The country's economic development has been hindered by widespread corruption.
  • There is a public perception of widespread corruption in the police force.
  • The fall of the empire was partly due to widespread corruption and internal decay.
  • Tackling widespread corruption is the new president's top priority.
  • International aid is often withheld from nations with widespread corruption.
  • The investigation revealed a network of widespread corruption that reached the highest levels of office.
  • Without serious reforms, the nation will continue to suffer from widespread corruption.
  • The scandal exposed widespread corruption in the corporate sector, leading to new regulations.
  • How can a society thrive when widespread corruption undermines public trust?