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twiddle (with)

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Synonyms of twiddle (with)

to handle thoughtlessly, ignorantly, or mischievously

don't allow the kids to twiddle with the air conditioner

Synonyms for twiddle (with)

diddle (with),
fiddle (with),
fool (with),
mess (with),
monkey (with),
play (with),
tamper (with),
tinker (with),
toy (with)

Words Related to twiddle (with)

abuse,
alter,
doctor,
manhandle,
manipulate,
mistreat,
misuse

butt in,
interfere,
intrude,
meddle,
muck (about or around)

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“Twiddle (with).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/twiddle%20%28with%29. Accessed 26 Sep. 2022.

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