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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

manipulation

/ˌmænɪpjʊˈleɪʃən/ noun · British & US
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What does manipulation mean?

noun

The act of manipulating something or someone, often in a cunning or deceitful way. The act of influencing or controlling something or someone by clever or skillful means.

Example

"The politician's manipulation of public opinion was evident in her speech."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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