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操る

あやつる

Common

Meanings

  1. to have a good command of (a language); to play proficiently (of a musical instrument)
  2. to work (a puppet); to pull the strings of a puppet
  3. to manipulate (a person, public opinion, etc.); to pull the strings; to control from the shadows; to mastermind
  4. to operate (e.g. a machine); to handle; to manage; to control; to maneuver; to steer

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