Manipulate

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Synonyms Antonyms Collocations Idiomatic Expressions

Synonyms of manipulate

exploit
control
influence

Antonyms of manipulate

honor
respect
uphold

Collocations of manipulate

data
Frequency: 80 %

The company manipulated the data to make their profits seem higher.

emotions
Frequency: 70 %

He manipulated her emotions to get what he wanted.

information
Frequency: 65 %

The politician manipulated the information to sway public opinion.

people
Frequency: 60 %

She manipulated people into believing her version of the story.

situation
Frequency: 50 %

He manipulated the situation to his advantage.

Idiomatic Expressions for manipulate

  • Phrase: manipulate someone's emotions
    Meaning: to control or exploit someone's feelings for one's own benefit
    Usage: He manipulated her emotions to get her to do what he wanted.