At the school fair, a boy held out a sandwich as a bribe to the grumpy ticket guard. The guard laughed, took the bribe, and let the boy pass. Later the boy saw the guard steal a purse; the bribe had bought silence. The boy felt sick, kept the bribe, then dropped the bribe into a bin.
🧑🎓 CEFR Level: C1 Advanced
This word is at the C1 level, which means it’s part of advanced English. It’s used in sophisticated conversations, professional settings, and academic discussions. Words at this level help you express yourself fluently and precisely in nuanced situations.
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