Answer: bribed

AnswerCrossword Clue
BRIBEDGreased the palm of
BRIBEDPaid off
BRIBEDVenally corrupted.
BRIBEDSuborned
BRIBEDSecured the vote of, in a way
BRIBEDSlipped money under the table
BRIBEDBought off
BRIBEDGave some money under the table
bribedBRIBE, to influence by offering a reward
bribedPersuade (someone) to act in one's favor, typically illegally or dishonestly, by a gift of money or other inducement