Government Corruption

noun a sum of money or other inducement offered or given in order to persuade or influence someone to do something, especially dishonestly

• The politician was caught accepting a bribe in exchange for favorable legislation.
• I heard that the cop took a bribe to let the criminal go free.
• The contractor tried to bribe the inspector to overlook the building code violations.
• Sometimes kindness can be seen as a bribe for someone's affection.

noun A deal or agreement that is very favorable or advantageous, often involving special treatment or privileges for one party

• The company was accused of receiving a sweetheart deal from the government.
• I heard they got a sweetheart deal on their new car.
• They totally scored a sweetheart deal on that vacation package.
• She felt like she got a sweetheart deal when she found the perfect dress on sale.