VERB: "to influence the actions, outcome, or effect of by improper or illegal methods" Crossword Clue

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VERB: "to influence the actions, outcome, or effect of by improper or illegal methods" Crossword Answer

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(noun)
1. a determination of the place where something is
2. informal terms for a difficult situation
(verb)
1. restore by replacing a part or putting together what is torn or broken
2. put (something somewhere) firmly

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

IMPROPER (adjective)
1. not conforming to legality, moral law, or social convention
2. not appropriate for a purpose or occasion
INFLUENCE (verb)
1. induce into action by using one’s charm
2. have and exert influence or effect
INFLUENCE (noun)
1. a cognitive factor that tends to have an effect on what you do
2. a power to affect persons or events especially power based on prestige etc

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