Meaning & use
Manipulations
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Acts of skillfully or deviously handling, controlling, or influencing something or someone.
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The audit revealed several manipulations of the company's financial records.
Her subtle manipulations of the conversation kept everyone unaware of her true intentions.
A note on using this word
The word can describe either neutral physical handling, as in scientific procedures, or deliberate, dishonest influence over people.
Words with a similar meaning
machinationsmaneuvering
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