1
as in manipulating
to deal with (something) usually skillfully or efficiently
I doubt that she can hack a job with so many responsibilities
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
2
as in handling
to put up with (something painful or difficult)
she's not sure she can hack that miserable job much longer
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of hacking
On day two, hacking teams were no less successful, chaining together three new vulnerabilities in Microsoft Exchange in order to achieve the holy grail of SYSTEM-level remote code execution.
—
Davey Winder, Forbes.com, 16 May 2026
This week marked the start of a new era in cyber risk with threats of artificial intelligence hacking — and Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer fears that Washington isn’t ready.
—Lauren Morganbesser, semafor.com, 15 May 2026
In some cases, the IT operatives share intelligence with the DPRK’s malicious hacking army to help steal data or organize additional theft.
—Amanda Gerut, Fortune, 14 May 2026
The attack on Tanstack has been traced to a hacking group called TeamPCP, which infected over 160 npm packages on Monday to spread credential-stealing malware.
—Michael Kan, PC Magazine, 14 May 2026
Their cyber hacking uncovers more than just corrupt money and that propels them into bamboozling Heard’s model daughter (Jessica Reynolds, a standout in an impressive young cast).
—Randy Myers, Mercury News, 13 May 2026
Data accessed by the hacking group included information like usernames, email addresses, course names, enrollment information and messages, according to Instructure.
—Rebekah Riess, CNN Money, 12 May 2026
It's been nearly a week after the hacking group Shinyhunters allegedly targeted and hacked the Canvas online education platform.
—Marissa Armas, CBS News, 12 May 2026
The military sentenced soldiers who participated in hacking down the crucifix to time in military prison.
—Los Angeles Times, 11 May 2026
Davey Winder, Forbes.com, 16 May 2026
This week marked the start of a new era in cyber risk with threats of artificial intelligence hacking — and Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer fears that Washington isn’t ready.
—Lauren Morganbesser, semafor.com, 15 May 2026
In some cases, the IT operatives share intelligence with the DPRK’s malicious hacking army to help steal data or organize additional theft.
—Amanda Gerut, Fortune, 14 May 2026
The attack on Tanstack has been traced to a hacking group called TeamPCP, which infected over 160 npm packages on Monday to spread credential-stealing malware.
—Michael Kan, PC Magazine, 14 May 2026
Their cyber hacking uncovers more than just corrupt money and that propels them into bamboozling Heard’s model daughter (Jessica Reynolds, a standout in an impressive young cast).
—Randy Myers, Mercury News, 13 May 2026
Data accessed by the hacking group included information like usernames, email addresses, course names, enrollment information and messages, according to Instructure.
—Rebekah Riess, CNN Money, 12 May 2026
It's been nearly a week after the hacking group Shinyhunters allegedly targeted and hacked the Canvas online education platform.
—Marissa Armas, CBS News, 12 May 2026
The military sentenced soldiers who participated in hacking down the crucifix to time in military prison.
—Los Angeles Times, 11 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for hacking
Verb
-
More ruthless than ever, Tony Baddingham (Tennant) is determined to dismantle his rivals piece-by-piece, weaponizing scandal and manipulating those closest to him to maintain his grip on power.—
Max Goldbart,
Deadline,
13 May 2026
-
Eric Richins' other sister, Katie Richins-Benson, accused Kouri Richins of isolating and manipulating the couple's sons while attempting to take their inheritance.—
N'dea Yancey-Bragg,
USA Today,
13 May 2026
Verb
-
Be careful when handling debris that may have blown into your yard.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
14 May 2026
-
Protagonist Pictures is handling sales.—
Rafa Sales Ross,
Variety,
14 May 2026
Verb
-
If managing cholesterol is a priority, aim to eat one cup of cooked oatmeal per day.—
Kirsten Nunez,
Martha Stewart,
17 May 2026
-
That’s why the younger version of himself — that kid who arrived in NASCAR two decades ago simply wanting to drive race cars —would never have imagined owning a team or managing a company.—
Greg Engle,
Forbes.com,
17 May 2026
Verb
-
This is the opposite of rebuilding authentic relationships, tolerating discomfort, and learning to rely on other people whom patients in recovery actually need.—
Steve D. Klein,
STAT,
14 May 2026
-
Malaysia’s maritime agency says the transfers happen beyond its territorial waters and radar coverage, complicating enforcement efforts, while critics argue the nation is facilitating rather than merely tolerating the trade.—
Eileen Ng,
Los Angeles Times,
13 May 2026
Verb
-
Ude has already observed progress in addressing Nigeria’s cultural disconnect.—
Daron James,
Los Angeles Times,
11 May 2026
-
The session will examine AI’s impact on production, ethics and creative work, while also addressing the rise of vertical microdramas as a mobile-first format.—
Emiliano de Pablos,
Variety,
11 May 2026
Verb
-
After the bell, Cargill, B-Fab and Michin hit the ring and laid out all three women, standing tall to close the segment.—
Brian Mazique,
Forbes.com,
16 May 2026
-
The nonprofit does not release grades for VA hospitals, mental health facilities, free-standing pediatric hospitals and some specialty facilities, like surgery centers and cancer hospitals.—
Joseph Hernandez,
Kansas City Star,
15 May 2026
Verb
-
Washington said the airport’s 36-mile-long fence meets Federal Aviation Administration requirements and noted that there are multiple layers of security to prevent a breach from taking place.—
Clara Harter,
Los Angeles Times,
13 May 2026
-
More Americans are hitting the road, boarding flights and taking cruises this Memorial Day, according to AAA.—
Kathleen Wong,
USA Today,
13 May 2026
Verb
-
As detailed by Variety’s Emily Longeretta and Selome Hailu in our cover story, published in print and online today, CBS’ innovative and enduring unscripted juggernaut has set the standard for the reality-competition genre for 26 years and counting.—
Cynthia Littleton,
Variety,
13 May 2026
-
China’s objective is not to fracture the Western alliance outright, but to prevent the consolidation of a fully unified and enduring Western front.—
Yu Jie,
Time,
13 May 2026
Cite this Entry
“Hacking.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hacking. Accessed 19 May. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
