subornation

/ˌsʌbɔrˈneɪʃən/
noun
  1. The act of persuading someone to do something illegal or dishonest, especially to commit perjury.
    • The investigation uncovered a pattern of subornation involving several high-ranking officials.
    • The prosecutor presented evidence of subornation during the trial.
    • Subornation of witnesses is a serious crime that undermines the justice system.
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