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The Clue
Grease the palm (5 letter answer)
The Answer
BRIBE
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Notes
The answer BRIBE is seen occasionally, appearing about once every 700 puzzles.
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Definition
BRIBE as a noun:
1. (bribe, payoff) = payment made to a person in a position of trust to corrupt his judgment
BRIBE as a verb:
1. (bribe, corrupt, buy, grease one's palms) = make illegal payments to in exchange for favors or influence; "This judge can be bought"