Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
to pull a fast one
idiomatic expression
/tuː pʊl ə fæst wʌn/
Definition
To deceive someone or to trick them in a clever way.
Examples
- He thought he could pull a fast one on his friends by pretending to be someone else.
- Don’t let them pull a fast one on you; always read the fine print!
Meaning
This phrase is often used when someone has successfully managed to fool another person, typically in a playful or cunning manner.
Synonyms
- trick
- deceive
- fool
- dupe
