Rewards of a political machine Crossword Clue
9 letters · New York Times · Sunday, October 18, 2009 · 21-Across
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Sunday, October 18, 2009.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · October 18, 2009 · 21-Across · 9 letters
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(politics) granting favors or giving contracts or making appointments to office in return for political support
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