The slang term “Palm Off” is used to describe the act of deceiving or tricking someone, often by giving them something of lesser value than what was promised or expected. It refers to the idea of trying to get away with something unnoticed, as if hiding it in the palm of one’s hand.
Examples:
1. John promised to sell his brand new smartphone to Sarah, but when they met, he quickly realized it had some defects. Instead of being honest about it, he decided to palm off his old, worn-out phone as the one he initially offered.
2. Jane was excited to receive a mystery package from an online store she frequently shops from. However, when she opened it, she discovered that they had palmed off a cheap knock-off of the designer bag she had ordered.
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