彼は将棋の駒を巧みに操った。
He skillfully manipulated the shogi pieces.
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Example sentences
彼は五か国語を自在に操る。
He handles five languages fluently.
彼は慣れた手つきで包丁を操った。
He handled the kitchen knife with practiced hand movements.
彼は巧みに手綱を操って、馬を静止させた。
He skillfully handled the reins and brought the horse to a halt.
その魔導師は強力な魔導を操る。
That sorcerer wields powerful magic.
Usage Notes
Can refer to operating tools/instruments, using languages skillfully, or controlling people/situations behind the scenes.
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