fast and loose

Example Sentences

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"In the event that the government did attempt to play fast and loose with the public finances, we would expect bond markets to put it in check," the economist said.

From Barron's • Feb. 5, 2026

Responding to the figures, Chief Secretary to the Treasury James Murray said the government would "never play fast and loose with the public finances".

From BBC • Oct. 21, 2025

Now there’s an argument across social media: Did Sweeney and the retailer play fast and loose with eugenics to sell jeans?

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 1, 2025

“It’s not Ft Bragg, as in General Braxton Bragg. He’s playing fast and loose with the truth!”

From Slate • Feb. 12, 2025

Later, Elizebeth had seen firsthand how the FBI played fast and loose with the truth.

From "The Woman All Spies Fear" by Amy Butler Greenfield