Manipulative people Crossword Clue

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Hint 1: Clue Definitions

MANIPULATIVE (adjective)
1. skillful in influencing or controlling others to your own advantage
PEOPLE (noun)
1. the common people generally
2. the body of citizens of a state or country
PEOPLE (verb)
1. fill with people
2. furnish with people

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