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Term: PAYOLA
Definition: Payola is when someone gives money or something valuable to someone else in secret, so that they will do something for them. This is usually done in business and can be considered a bribe.
Definition: Payola is an illegal practice where someone pays money or gives gifts to someone else in exchange for a favor, especially in business. It is a form of bribery.
These examples illustrate how payola works. In each case, someone is offering money or gifts to someone else in exchange for a favor. This is illegal because it undermines fair competition and can lead to dishonest practices.