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verb
To pay off, convince to refrain etc. by corrupt payment or other service.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: transitive
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Synonyms: none provided
Antonyms: none provided
verb
To gain release for (a person) from military service by payment of money.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: transitive
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Synonyms: buy out
Antonyms: none provided
verb
pay someone with influence in order to receive a favor
Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0
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Synonyms: pay off
Antonyms: none provided
Broader terms: bribe, corrupt, buy, grease one's palms
History
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Across languages
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