manipulate

US /məˈnɪp.jə.leɪt/
UK /məˈnɪp.jə.leɪt/
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1.

handle or control (a tool, mechanism, etc.), typically in a skillful manner

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He skillfully manipulated the controls of the drone.
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The surgeon carefully manipulated the delicate instruments.
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operatehandleworkcontrolmanage
2.

control or influence (a person or situation) cleverly, unfairly, or unscrupulously

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She tried to manipulate him into doing what she wanted.
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The politician was accused of trying to manipulate public opinion.
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exploitinfluencecontrolmaneuverexploit
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manipulationmanipulative