enable corruption
[en-ˈā-bəl ˌkə-ˈrəp-shən]
verb phrase
facilitar/possibilitar corrupção
1. to make corruption possible or easier; to create conditions that allow dishonest or illegal activities to occur
Weak oversight laws enable corruption in government agencies.
Leis fracas de supervisão facilitam a corrupção em agências governamentais.
2. to provide means, opportunity, or support for corrupt practices
Lack of transparency can enable corruption in public contracts.
A falta de transparência pode possibilitar a corrupção em contratos públicos.
This phrase is commonly used in political discourse, journalism, and anti-corruption initiatives in both Brazil and the USA. In Brazil, it frequently appears in discussions about institutional reform and transparency. The concept is central to governance debates, particularly following high-profile corruption scandals like 'Operação Lava Jato' (Operation Car Wash) in Brazil.
NYC Slang
let corruption slide; give corruption a pass
Related Idioms & Phrases
turn a blind eye to corruption
grease the wheels of corruption
pave the way for corruption
lubricate the system of corruption
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