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manipulate

/məˈnɪp.jʊ.leɪt/ verb

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  1. To move, arrange or operate something using the hands
  2. To influence, manage, direct, control or tamper with something
    manipulate data
  3. To handle and move a body part, either as an examination or for a therapeutic purpose

Origin

Back-formation from manipulation.

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