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wangle

 

[ หˆwรฆล‹ษกl ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

clever manipulation

To wangle something means to obtain it by clever or devious means. This often involves a degree of manipulation or persuasion, where one navigates through obstacles to achieve their goal. The term can imply an element of trickery or ingenuity, suggesting that the individual is resourceful in their approach. It is often used in informal contexts, indicating an ability to get things done even in difficult or unconventional ways.

Synonyms

acquire, gain, maneuver, procure

Examples of usage

  • She managed to wangle an invitation to the exclusive party.
  • He always finds a way to wangle extra time off from work.
  • They were able to wangle a better deal on their new car.

Translations

Translations of the word "wangle" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น manipular

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคนเฅ‡เคฐเคซเฅ‡เคฐ เค•เคฐเคจเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช manipulieren

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ mengatur

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะผะฐะฝั–ะฟัƒะปัŽะฒะฐั‚ะธ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ manipulowaฤ‡

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๆ“ไฝœใ™ใ‚‹

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท manipuler

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ manipular

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท manipรผle etmek

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์กฐ์ž‘ํ•˜๋‹ค

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ูŠุชู„ุงุนุจ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ manipulovat

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ manipulovaลฅ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆ“็บต

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ manipulirati

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ stรฝra

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะผะฐะฝะธะฟัƒะปัั†ะธั ะถะฐัะฐัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒแƒœแƒ˜แƒžแƒฃแƒšแƒ˜แƒ แƒ”แƒ‘แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ manipulasiya etmษ™k

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ manipular

Word origin

The word 'wangle' is believed to have originated in the early 19th century, possibly derived from the dialectical term 'wangle' used in various forms of British English. Its exact origins are somewhat unclear, but it may have roots in the concept of cleverness or trickery associated with manipulation. The term has evolved over time to embody not just the act of obtaining something, but also the ingenuity involved in the process. Initially, it may have held a more neutral connotation but has taken on a slightly more negative angle implying cunning and perhaps unethical behavior. As usage spread, it became part of informal vernacular, commonly heard in British and American English contexts, highlighting the creativity often required to navigate life's challenges.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #38,557, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.