meddling

Example Sentences

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Mickey D’s not only gave the directors the rights to tell the story, but also provided game footage while steering clear of editorial meddling.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 17, 2026

It’s a near-catastrophic narrative oversight that, like a handful of other plot holes, reeks of studio meddling by Warner Bros. after early test screenings failed to meet expectations.

From Salon • Mar. 8, 2026

To protect the government’s cash cow, politicians avoided meddling in PdVSA, which was run by highly trained engineers and other professionals.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 5, 2026

Eritrea has previously denied meddling in Ethiopian affairs.

From BBC • Jan. 15, 2026

“Am I free to return to my home? Shall I be at liberty from the improper meddling of your Committee?”

From "Chains" by Laurie Halse Anderson