manipulate

Example Sentences

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Frictionless design has helped usher in technologies that manipulate behavior in ways that aren’t always visible to us.

From Slate • Apr. 4, 2026

"It shows that these non-pathogenic bacteria are not just passive residents but can actively manipulate human cells by injecting their proteins into our cells."

From Science Daily • Mar. 27, 2026

Slovenian officials blame the secretive Israeli firm Black Cube for trying to manipulate Sunday’s vote in Slovenia.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 25, 2026

Hutchcroft - who now believes Barrett took advantage of her mental health problems to manipulate her into parting with her money - had no idea what she was getting into.

From BBC • Mar. 14, 2026

Marvellers practice the noble art of marvelling, channeling the celestial light within to manipulate the universe and display its grandeur.

From "The Marvellers" by Dhonielle Clayton