wirepull

/ˈwaɪrpʊl/

Definitions

1. verb

to manipulate or control events or people from behind the scenes, often secretly or unfairly.

“The politician was accused of wirepulling the election results to his advantage.”

2. noun

the act of manipulating or controlling events or people from behind the scenes, often secretly or unfairly.

“The wirepull behind the company’s takeover was widely criticized.”

Synonyms

  • control
  • influence
  • manipulate
  • manipulation

Antonyms

  • fairness
  • honesty
  • transparency