Backhanders Crossword Clue

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We've checked our database and believe the answer is BRIBES which was last seen in the The Guardian Quick crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is: BRIBES

Updated: October 13, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood

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Rank		Letters	Answer	Clue
1	97%	6		Exact Match!
2	37%	11		Dirty backhanders
3	35%	5		Backhanders, bribes

About This Clues Answer

We think the answer is "BRIBES" which means:

noun

• Payment made to a person in a position of trust to corrupt his judgment

verb

• Make illegal payments to in exchange for favors or influence

An example sentence would be:

• "He was arrested for accepting bribes from several wealthy businessmen."
• "The politician was accused of taking bribes in exchange for favorable policies."

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The Guardian Quick10 Sep 2019	Across 4
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Similar Clues

	Clue	Source
1	... but it's used for backhanders! The Guardian Cryptic - 02 Sep 2004	The Guardian Cryptic / 02 Sep 2004
2	Backhanders, bribes Telegraph Quick - 14 Jun 2023	Telegraph Quick / 14 Jun 2023
3	Dirty backhanders