nurture corruption
[NUR-chur kuh-RUP-shun]
verb phrase
alimentar a corrupção
1. to deliberately foster, encourage, or support corrupt practices and dishonest behavior within an organization or system
The manager's lenient policies nurture corruption among the staff.
As políticas lenientes do gerente alimentam a corrupção entre a equipe.
2. to create an environment where unethical conduct can develop and flourish
Lack of oversight tends to nurture corruption in government agencies.
A falta de supervisão tende a alimentar a corrupção em agências governamentais.
This phrase is commonly used in discussions about institutional governance, political accountability, and business ethics in both Brazil and the United States. In Brazil, it frequently appears in media discussions about government administration and public sector accountability. The concept reflects concerns about systemic corruption and institutional weakness in developing democracies.
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