pull a fast one
Example Sentences
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“Some companies are trying to pull a fast one by shrinking the products little by little and hoping you won't notice,” he said.
From Salon • Aug. 26, 2024
“It’s not because they’re trying to pull a fast one on their landlords.”
From Seattle Times • Apr. 18, 2023
Because I did a slow clap for Tom managing to pull a fast one on Shiv in the middle of her mom’s wedding reception.
From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 12, 2021
"I can understand if you thought two students were trying to pull a fast one and be in class with no mask on," he added.
From Fox News • Aug. 27, 2021
They hadn’t warned the crowd about illegal punches— and there was always a wise guy out there ready to pull a fast one.
From "The Chocolate War" by Robert Cormier
