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reject corruption

[rɪˈdʒɛkt kəˈrʌpʃən]
verb phrase
rejeitar a corrupção
1. To refuse to accept, tolerate, or participate in corrupt practices or bribery
The organization decided to reject corruption and implement strict ethical guidelines.
A organização decidiu rejeitar a corrupção e implementar diretrizes éticas rigorosas.
2. To actively oppose and condemn dishonest or illegal conduct in government, business, or institutions
Citizens must reject corruption if they want to improve their country.
Os cidadãos devem rejeitar a corrupção se querem melhorar seu país.
Synonyms
condemn corruptionoppose corruptionrefuse corruptioncombat corruptionfight corruption
Antonyms
accept corruptiontolerate corruptionengage in corruptionembrace corruption

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
rejeitar a corrupção
Standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
rejeitar a corrupção
Common in formal and informal contexts
Portugal
rejeitar a corrupção
Standard European Portuguese usage

Related Idioms & Phrases

take a stand against corruption
clean house
cut out the rot
sweep out corruption
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