meddle
verb (used without object)
to involve oneself in a matter without right or invitation; interfere officiously and unwantedly.
have meddled
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present perfectof meddle.present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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Numerous U.S. presidents have meddled in the region.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jan. 24, 2026
“You have meddled with the primal forces of nature, Mr. Beale,” Mr. Beatty says, his voice roaring.
From New York Times ● Jun. 13, 2021
"You have meddled with the primal forces of nature, Mr. Beale, and I won’t have it!"
From Fox News ● Jun. 13, 2021
I feel the need to paraphrase Ned Beatty from “Network”: “You have meddled with the primal forces of pasta, Mr. Harvey!”
From Washington Post ● Mar. 22, 2017
During the next reign, Queen Mary does not appear to have meddled with the beard.
From At the Sign of the Barber's Pole Studies In Hirsute History by William Andrews
