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as in manipulates
to deal with (something) usually skillfully or efficiently
I doubt that she can hack a job with so many responsibilities
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as in handles
to put up with (something painful or difficult)
she's not sure she can hack that miserable job much longer
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as in swipes
a hard strike with a part of the body or an instrument
completely stunned by a vicious hack across the neck
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as in taxis
an automobile that carries passengers for a fare usually determined by the distance traveled
after a week of hailing hacks and inhabiting hotels, the sales rep was happy to be home
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as in amateurs
a person who lacks experience and competence in an art or science
is he really any good at the piano or just a hack?
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Recent Examples of hacks
Janine Henni, PEOPLE, 2 Oct. 2025
And unlike some TikTok hacks that require new products or gimmicky gadgets, this one costs absolutely nothing and requires no special effort beyond a few minutes of forethought.
—Alesandra Dubin, Southern Living, 2 Oct. 2025
What’s clear is that the power of that institution is now in the hands of hacks who clock in every single morning determined solely to purge this country of any citizen who ever dared to challenge or dislike this president.
—Billy Ray, Deadline, 29 Sep. 2025
But the hacks seem to be losing this most basic skill — or at least the ability to take care of their family and pals and not get caught.
—Howie Carr, Boston Herald, 28 Sep. 2025
Different gamers have different opinions about aim assists and in-game hacks, but most lean toward keeping competitive games as fair as possible.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 26 Sep. 2025
Every legging, jacket, and dress in Kardashian’s latest collection is designed to move with you—and paired with her genius packing hacks, even the busiest travel day can feel effortless and flattering.
—Annita Katee, Travel + Leisure, 25 Sep. 2025
Yet, despite all the hacks, trackers and motivational quotes, many of us still struggle to stick with our health goals.
—Masha Remskar, The Conversation, 23 Sep. 2025
The disruption is the latest in a string of hacks to hit sectors from healthcare to autos.
—CNN Money, 21 Sep. 2025
Noun
The Princess of Wales' latest moves aren't her only hacks that have recently captured attention.
—Janine Henni, PEOPLE, 2 Oct. 2025
And unlike some TikTok hacks that require new products or gimmicky gadgets, this one costs absolutely nothing and requires no special effort beyond a few minutes of forethought.
—Alesandra Dubin, Southern Living, 2 Oct. 2025
What’s clear is that the power of that institution is now in the hands of hacks who clock in every single morning determined solely to purge this country of any citizen who ever dared to challenge or dislike this president.
—Billy Ray, Deadline, 29 Sep. 2025
But the hacks seem to be losing this most basic skill — or at least the ability to take care of their family and pals and not get caught.
—Howie Carr, Boston Herald, 28 Sep. 2025
Different gamers have different opinions about aim assists and in-game hacks, but most lean toward keeping competitive games as fair as possible.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 26 Sep. 2025
Every legging, jacket, and dress in Kardashian’s latest collection is designed to move with you—and paired with her genius packing hacks, even the busiest travel day can feel effortless and flattering.
—Annita Katee, Travel + Leisure, 25 Sep. 2025
Yet, despite all the hacks, trackers and motivational quotes, many of us still struggle to stick with our health goals.
—Masha Remskar, The Conversation, 23 Sep. 2025
The disruption is the latest in a string of hacks to hit sectors from healthcare to autos.
—CNN Money, 21 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for hacks
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Complicating matters is the insidious Host character (voiced by Len Cunningham’s father, Liam Cunningham), who manipulates the players’ reality.—
Jennifer Maas,
Variety,
2 Oct. 2025
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All of this is possible because hackers use a tactic called SEO poisoning, which manipulates Google's search results so their fake websites appear near the top.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
29 Sep. 2025
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Weather sealing keeps it safe in tough conditions, and the autofocus system handles fast-moving subjects with ease.—
Jade Chung-Lee,
PC Magazine,
8 Oct. 2025
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Fremantle handles international production and distribution.—
Leo Barraclough,
Variety,
8 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The kirigami parachute largely addresses these concerns.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
3 Oct. 2025
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The Season 10 premiere of RHOP addresses Karen Huger’s absence following her DUI conviction.—
Armando Tinoco,
Deadline,
3 Oct. 2025
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For such a popular restaurant, Matsuri tolerates a lot of flies, unwashed walls and substandard handwashing, as detailed in a Miami Herald story this week on last week’s inspection.—
David J. Neal,
Miami Herald,
26 Sep. 2025
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Despite the tree’s association with ponds, bald cypress tolerates a range of growing conditions, from somewhat dry soils to standing water.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
10 Sep. 2025
Verb
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That is precisely what this Million Dollar Lasagna manages to be.—
Kimberly Holland,
Southern Living,
3 Oct. 2025
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Mun-ju manages to get through to Kim, relaying to him that the payment on the submarine has been frozen.—
Kayti Burt,
Time,
3 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The nation takes the entire cure by eliminating all domestic coins and bills in circulation.—
Shawn Tully,
Fortune,
8 Oct. 2025
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In other words, the team that takes the ice Thursday night for the 2025-26 season opener features a healthy dose of franchise history.—
Michael Russo,
New York Times,
7 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The statutory language in Colorado’s conversion therapy law treats sexuality and gender identity as equally protected, parallel characteristics.—
Mia Cathell,
The Washington Examiner,
6 Oct. 2025
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In the next scene, Ed treats his first fan—his sometime girlfriend Adeline Watkins—to the spectacle of a dead, nude woman, eviscerated and strung up like a carcass in a slaughterhouse.—
Judy Berman,
Time,
6 Oct. 2025
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The school is a part of Milwaukee's School of Choice voucher program, and accepts students from all faiths and backgrounds, but is still rooted in its heritage as an Islamic institution.—
Everett Eaton,
jsonline.com,
7 Oct. 2025
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Drawn in by her fortune and allure, Calvin accepts an invitation aboard her superyacht Eternity, only to realize her glamorous world hides sinister secrets.—
Andreas Wiseman,
Deadline,
2 Oct. 2025
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“Hacks.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hacks. Accessed 10 Oct. 2025.
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