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[med-ling] / ˈmɛd lɪŋ /


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On the hard-news side, she bungled big moments like an interview with Vladimir Putin, who batted away her questions about 2016 election meddling with an exasperated performance of ignorance.

From Slate • May 6, 2026

The military has repeatedly denied involvement in Khan's legal cases or meddling in the civilian domain.

From Barron's • Apr. 12, 2026

Mickey D’s not only gave the directors the rights to tell the story, but also provided game footage while steering clear of editorial meddling.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 17, 2026

Ethiopia has also accused Eritrea of meddling by backing Tigrayan forces, which it denies.

From BBC • Feb. 25, 2026

The House had then decided never again to allow itself to become inflamed by the mere rant and rhapsody of a meddling fanatic” and had argued “that the subject would never be stirred again.”

From "Founding Brothers: The Revolutionary Generation" by Joseph J. Ellis




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