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perverting

/pərˈvəːtɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does perverting mean?

verb

To distort or corrupt something, especially in a way that is morally wrong or unfair. To turn something to a wrong or unnatural use.

Example

"The corrupt politician was accused of perverting the justice system for personal gain."

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