address corruption
[/əˈdrɛs kərˈʌpʃən/]
verb phrase / noun phrase
combater a corrupção / enfrentar a corrupção / abordar a corrupção
1. to tackle, confront, or deal with corrupt practices, bribery, and dishonest conduct in government, business, or institutions
The new administration promised to address corruption within the police department.
A nova administração prometeu combater a corrupção dentro da polícia.
2. to raise, discuss, or handle the issue of corruption in formal contexts such as legislation, policy-making, or public discourse
The committee met to address corruption in public procurement.
O comitê se reuniu para enfrentar a corrupção nas compras públicas.
3. to implement measures, reforms, or investigations intended to eliminate or reduce corrupt behavior
International organizations work to address corruption through transparency initiatives.
Organizações internacionais trabalham para abordar a corrupção através de iniciativas de transparência.
In Brazil, addressing corruption has become a significant political and social issue, especially following major anti-corruption investigations like 'Lava Jato' (Operation Car Wash). The phrase is commonly used in political campaigns, policy debates, and civil society discussions. In the USA, similar rhetoric appears frequently in elections and governance discourse. The term reflects global concerns about institutional integrity and public trust.
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