Favoring Kin When Hiring
This page is the CodyCross answer for the clue below from Performing Arts, Group 899, Puzzle 4 (Round of Applause).
Question is: Favoring Kin When Hiring
and the answer is: NEPOTISM
Word Meaning:
NEPOTISM — The favoring of relatives (most strictly) or also personal friends (more broadly) because of their relationship rather than because of their abilities.
Definitions from Wiktionary.