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To bribe someone, typically an official or someone in a position of power, to gain favor or bypass regulations.

"He had to sort the police officer to avoid getting arrested."

Pronunciation:/sɔːrt/
Origin:From the English phrase 'sort someone out', adapted to mean providing a bribe.
Part of Speech:Verb
Synonyms:Bribe, Settle
More Examples:
"You need to sort the lecturer to pass the course."
Popularized by:A common euphemism for bribery in Nigeria, reflecting a societal issue.

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