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manipulation  

Definition

  • Manipulation typically involves deception to obtain a planned goal with lack of regard for another's interests. A plethora of concepts are discussed in relation to manipulation: threat, constraining options, seduction, bullying, bribery, conditioning another, conning another, and conquering and dividing a group of individuals, to name a few. [Source: Encyclopedia of Deception; Manipulation]

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