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What is another word for meddle in?

Pronunciation: [mˈɛdə͡l ˈɪn] (IPA)

Meddling refers to interfering or getting involved in another person's business without being asked or invited. Synonyms for 'meddle in' include 'intrude', 'intervene', 'interfere', 'interject', 'impose', 'obtrude', 'interpose', and 'butt in'. Intruding is usually done without permission or invitation and is considered rude. Intervening is done with the intention of helping or resolving a dispute. Interfering is a more negative way of describing meddling, implying that the person is meddling unhelpfully. Interjecting refers to interrupting or adding input. Imposing is forcing oneself onto another person's situation. Obtruding is forcing oneself into an unwanted situation. Interposing is inserting oneself into a situation to offer assistance. Finally, butting in is entering a conversation or situation without being invited.
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  • The humanitarian would, of course, have us meddle in foreign affairs as part of his program of world service.
    Irving Babbitt
  • I don't like to meddle in my private affairs.
    Karl Kraus
  • We're not going to meddle in the internal life of other peoples and other governments, because we don't want them meddling in ours.
    Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador
  • Do not meddle in the affairs of wizards, for they are subtle and quick to anger.
    J. R. R. Tolkien
  • "The ability to see what is, sir, is essential for the leader of a great nation," the British minister said. He wanted to let Lincoln down easy if he could. "I see what is, all right. I surely do," the president said. "I see that you European powers are taking advantage of this rebellion to meddle in America, the way you used to before the Monroe Doctrine warned you to keep your hands off. Napoleon props up a tin-pot emperor in Mexico, and now France and England are in cahoots"- another phrase that briefly baffled Lord Lyons- "to help the Rebels and pull us down. All right, sir." He breathed heavily. "If that's the way the game's going to be played, we aren't strong enough to prevent it now. But I warn you, Mr. Minister, we can play, too." "You are indeed a free and independent nation," Lord Lyons agreed. "You may pursue diplomacy to the full extent of your interests and abilities." "Mighty generous of you," Lincoln said with cutting irony. "And one fine day, I reckon, we'll have friends in Europe, too, friends who'll help us get back what's rightfully ours and what you've taken away." "A European power- to help you against England France?" For the first time, Lord Lyons was undiplomatic enough to laugh. American bluster was bad enough most times, but this lunacy- "Good luck to you, Mr. President. Good luck."
    Harry Turtledove

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