1. to handle or control something skillfully with the hands
2. to influence or control someone or something in a clever or unfair way
3. to change or present information in a misleading way

Examples

• The surgeon carefully manipulated the tiny instruments during the operation.
• She learned to manipulate the robot’s controls with precision.
• He tried to manipulate his friends into doing his homework.
• The politician was accused of manipulating public opinion.
• The company manipulated the data to hide their losses.
• Don’t let anyone manipulate you into making bad decisions.
• The photo was digitally manipulated to remove the background.