To lose one's original purity or integrity after gaining power or taking up an official position; to become less incorruptible once involved in public affairs.
他以前是个很正直的人，但自从担任了主管，变得有些官僚，真是出山泉水啊。
He used to be a very upright person, but ever since he became a manager, he's become a bit bureaucratic, truly like spring water emerging from the mountains.
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