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Recent Examples of manipulation
In the face of what appears to be the abuse and manipulation of these prediction markets, lawmakers have proposed a flurry of actions to rein in the sites and dozens of states have launched lawsuits aiming to have the apps regulated as gambling businesses.
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Bobby Allyn, NPR, 23 Apr. 2026
Journalists with professional cameras and spectators with smartphones would leave no room for digital manipulation.
—Harmeet Kaur, CNN Money, 23 Apr. 2026
Experimental results demonstrate reliable transfer of manipulation tasks across objects with different shapes.
—Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 22 Apr. 2026
Already in 1626, Francis Bacon, a leading proponent of the new scientific method, dreamt of gardens whose fruits were made larger, tastier, and more nutritious through scientific manipulation.
—Big Think, 22 Apr. 2026
Concerns about data privacy, algorithmic manipulation, and misinformation have sparked increasing debate about how digital communities should function.
—Daniel Fusch, USA Today, 22 Apr. 2026
Avoid a public Wi-Fi network that doesn't need a password, because any data sent over it is vulnerable to theft or manipulation, the National Security Agency warns.
—ABC News, 22 Apr. 2026
Some believe there’s oil market manipulation, though Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent told me in our interview that regulators haven’t found that.
—Ben Smith, semafor.com, 20 Apr. 2026
The spa also offers Endermologie—a system focused on lymphatic drainage and connective tissue manipulation to ease swelling, inflammation, and water retention.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Apr. 2026
Bobby Allyn, NPR, 23 Apr. 2026
Journalists with professional cameras and spectators with smartphones would leave no room for digital manipulation.
—Harmeet Kaur, CNN Money, 23 Apr. 2026
Experimental results demonstrate reliable transfer of manipulation tasks across objects with different shapes.
—Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 22 Apr. 2026
Already in 1626, Francis Bacon, a leading proponent of the new scientific method, dreamt of gardens whose fruits were made larger, tastier, and more nutritious through scientific manipulation.
—Big Think, 22 Apr. 2026
Concerns about data privacy, algorithmic manipulation, and misinformation have sparked increasing debate about how digital communities should function.
—Daniel Fusch, USA Today, 22 Apr. 2026
Avoid a public Wi-Fi network that doesn't need a password, because any data sent over it is vulnerable to theft or manipulation, the National Security Agency warns.
—ABC News, 22 Apr. 2026
Some believe there’s oil market manipulation, though Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent told me in our interview that regulators haven’t found that.
—Ben Smith, semafor.com, 20 Apr. 2026
The spa also offers Endermologie—a system focused on lymphatic drainage and connective tissue manipulation to ease swelling, inflammation, and water retention.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for manipulation
Noun
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The agency, which has a budget of over $9 billion, supports fundamental research and education across all non-medical fields of science and engineering.—
National Correspondent,
Los Angeles Times,
26 Apr. 2026
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David Awschalom is the Liew Family professor of quantum engineering and physics and the University of Chicago, founding director of the Chicago Quantum Exchange and senior scientist at Argonne National Laboratory.—
David Awschalom,
Chicago Tribune,
26 Apr. 2026
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John McCann, the incumbent mayor of Chula Vista who owns a real estate and property management company, is seeking another term in office, running on a record of economic development, public safety and neighborhood investment.—
Walker Armstrong,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
26 Apr. 2026
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County officials said the move was intended to create a more centralized and accountable system, following audits that raised concerns about LAHSA’s financial management.—
Teresa Liu,
Daily News,
25 Apr. 2026
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Cool defended Nanos' handling of the sheriff's department budget, argued that the sheriff should not have to answer all of the board's questions in a public setting, and downplayed concerns of retaliation against Cross and Lappin.—
Michael Ruiz,
FOXNews.com,
22 Apr. 2026
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Ahead of Wednesday’s hearings, experts said his handling of them could affect his chances at a pivotal moment of his reelection campaign and set the tone for how Congress oversees the nation’s health agenda at a time of rampant distrust and misinformation.—
Ali Swenson,
Los Angeles Times,
22 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Tyson is an explosive separator with acrobatic body control.—
Andrew Greif,
NBC news,
24 Apr. 2026
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But Saugus responded with six runs in the bottom of the third inning to grab firm control of the contest.—
Matt Wagner,
Daily News,
24 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Bombing operations were also reported in Bint Jbeil, a key Hezbollah stronghold that Israeli forces have sought to take over, as well as in other areas in the south.—
Sean Nevin,
NBC news,
24 Apr. 2026
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SpaceX mention on call During the call, CEO Elon Musk talked about the mechanics of operations between his various companies, specifically regarding the buildout of his semiconductor fabrication project, Terafab.—
Tobias Burns,
CNBC,
23 Apr. 2026
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The administration’s own projections show a $23 billion gap between income and outgo for 2026-27 and similar gaps for the following two years if nothing is done.—
Dan Walters,
Mercury News,
24 Apr. 2026
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The councilmember was arrested and faces two counts of disorderly conduct and obstructing governmental administration, police said.—
Melissa Russo,
NBC news,
23 Apr. 2026
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Management of the city of Chicago’s sprawling government always has been a challenge, and the opportunities for patronage, favoritism and simple wasteful spending are vast.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
21 Apr. 2026
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Some of the new information ran counter to narratives his defense had told reporters or submitted to the court, but some also contradicted statements by the prosecution and the government.—
Sharon Bernstein,
Sacbee.com,
21 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Amid social turmoil, three intertwining tales of disillusioned misfits collide under the machinations of an all-seeing institution.—
Ryan Lattanzio,
IndieWire,
16 Apr. 2026
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Naturally, the kids are sensitive enough to their parents’ machinations to feel psychologically broken by them.—
Scott Tobias,
Vulture,
12 Apr. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Manipulation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/manipulation. Accessed 27 Apr. 2026.
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