fast one
Example Sentences
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Instead, only the foreman signed off on it — the legal equivalent of pulling a fast one on the judicial process.
From Salon • Dec. 14, 2025
That’s because most Olympic finals are more tactical than fast, one reason why Cheptegei’s world record is nearly a minute better than the Olympic record.
From Los Angeles Times • May 20, 2024
Earlier this year, while Musk captured the world’s attention in the aftermath of his contentious Twitter takeover, Tesla Motors quietly pulled a fast one.
From Slate • Sep. 27, 2023
Alonso's actions in Hungary came in response to Hamilton pulling a fast one on the Spaniard.
From BBC • Aug. 2, 2023
He was a good learner, but not a particularly fast one, so he had to study.
From "The Princess Bride" by William Goldman
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