as in stealing
dishonest activity in which people with power (such as political leaders) use their position and influence to get money and advantages
The newspaper published a series of articles exposing graft in the city government.
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Recent Examples of graft
Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 16 Jan. 2026
The graft was integrated into the natural host skin of lab mice, beneath which inflammation was subsequently induced.
—New Atlas, 14 Jan. 2026
Nan Sterman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 3 Jan. 2026
They are grafted roses and should be covered in winter.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 12 Dec. 2025
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Noun
The graft union, the bump where the tree was joined, needs to stay above the soil line.
—Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 16 Jan. 2026
The graft was integrated into the natural host skin of lab mice, beneath which inflammation was subsequently induced.
—New Atlas, 14 Jan. 2026
Verb
That’s the graft, the point where rootstock and the fruiting wood are grafted together.
—Nan Sterman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 3 Jan. 2026
They are grafted roses and should be covered in winter.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 12 Dec. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for graft
Noun
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Correa was the most vocal Astro to defend their title after the sign-stealing was discovered.—
Assistant Sports Editor,
Los Angeles Times,
22 Jan. 2026
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The daughter of a Marxist revolutionary, Rodríguez relentlessly defended the Maduro regime against accusations of drug-trafficking and election-stealing.—
CNN.com Wire Service,
Mercury News,
5 Jan. 2026
Verb
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His six three-pointers tied a career-high.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
1 Feb. 2026
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The jury ultimately returned guilty verdicts on charges tied to all three accusers.—
Stephanie Giang-Paunon,
FOXNews.com,
31 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Another alleged member of the Latin Kings was charged in federal court in the District of Minnesota this month with being a felon in possession of a firearm and theft of government property after breaking into an FBI vehicle and stealing a rifle.—
Michael Sinkewicz,
FOXNews.com,
30 Jan. 2026
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There’s also the Travelon Anti-theft Classic Mini Shoulder Bag designed to outsmart pickpockets, plus the Taygeer Travel Backpack that can easily replace your carry-on.—
Chaise Sanders,
Travel + Leisure,
29 Jan. 2026
Verb
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The unlawful taking of any part or accessory affixed to the interior or exterior of a motor vehicle in a manner which would make the item an attachment of the vehicle or necessary for its operation.—
Baltimore Sun staff,
Baltimore Sun,
30 Jan. 2026
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In a modern take on the Breakfast at Tiffany’s special, Rih added some glitz to an LBD, accessorizing the sexy, lingerie-esque dress with a collar necklace, a cocktail ring, and a brooch affixed to her furry jacket.—
Hannah Jackson,
Vogue,
28 Jan. 2026
Noun
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The Sacramento County Sheriff’s Office in January 2024 began probing potential embezzlement at the station.—
Ishani Desai,
Sacbee.com,
30 Jan. 2026
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He was arrested of multuple felony counts, including grand theft, embezzlement and forgery.—
Brandon Downs,
CBS News,
30 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Hashibami chose a key from a heavy bundle and inserted it into the door, unlocking it with a click.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
27 Jan. 2026
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There is a much more civilized way to do this that involves working together with state officials opposed to inserting the administration’s will on a state whose citizens have stood up for their neighbors and said this is not right!—
Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
27 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Officers said a security guard found the victim, a man in his 50s, tied up with duct tape in his car after the robbery.—
Matthew Rodriguez,
CBS News,
28 Jan. 2026
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No one was injured in the robberies.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
28 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Authorities said the camera was attached to a power bank and positioned facing the house, presumably to monitor the residents in preparation for a burglary or other criminal activity.—
Alexandra Koch,
FOXNews.com,
1 Feb. 2026
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Maryland needs a professional engineering concept study, a big-picture sketch done by people who understand how power systems work, who have built things before and who are not emotionally attached to particular solutions.—
Alex Pavlak,
Baltimore Sun,
1 Feb. 2026
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“Graft.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/graft. Accessed 2 Feb. 2026.
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