With expert manipulation, my little sister convinced me to swap my chocolate bar for her single sad carrot stick.
Through brilliant manipulation, my brother made it sound like taking out the trash was actually MY idea.
The cat’s silent manipulation was obvious: he stared at the fridge until I felt guilty and gave him extra treats.
Using gentle manipulation, my friend turned our “short walk” into a three-hour hike up a giant hill.
The alien’s manipulation of humans was easy: it just put a sign on its ship saying “FREE PIZZA INSIDE,” and we all ran in.
An old puppet maker shows manipulation with his hands. His manipulation of strings makes wooden birds blink and peck. His manipulation of light casts soft shadows on the child’s face. His manipulation of motion makes the child laugh and cry. The child feels the manipulation, then claps and hugs the warm puppet, ending the small show.
🧑🎓 CEFR Level: C1 Advanced
This word is at the C1 level, which means it’s part of advanced English. It’s used in sophisticated conversations, professional settings, and academic discussions. Words at this level help you express yourself fluently and precisely in nuanced situations.
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