Sentence examples similar to mere bribe from inspiring English sources
Alleged rapists in high places are not prosecuted, so mere bribe-takers assume they have nothing to fear.
(The original schedule had called for a mere three hours, but Mr. Thompson bribed the theater's manager with a slice of cheese pizza, garlic nuts and an orange soda. Just like David Merrick used to do).
That's quite a drop for a mere $24 million reportedly paid in bribes to Mexican officials to accelerate crucial planning decisions.
Nor are they a mere distraction from the fight against bigger bribes.
Many shared a belief that the 27 million renminbi, or $4.4 million, he is reported to have taken through bribes and embezzlement would count as mere pocket money for many, more corrupt, officials.
We would never pay bribes or an "access" tax, but the mere fact of negotiating might enable a group to exercise more influence.
"The statements that the Maxons bribed certain officials in order to obtain approval for their zoning request are not mere statements of opinion," the court concluded.
He seeks mere hours to clear his name, but the mob turns against him; as the desperate suspect resorts to bribes and human shields, the bodies start piling up.
