manipulation
1. [ noun ] exerting shrewd or devious influence especially for one's own advantage
Synonyms: use
Examples:

"his manipulation of his friends was scandalous"

Related terms: influence mind_game use
2. [ noun ] the action of touching with the hands or the skillful use of the hands
Synonyms: handling
Related terms: touch fielding manipulate
Similar spelling:   manipulative
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