🌪️ Pull a Fast One, To
Definition
To execute an unfair trick, typically with swiftness and cunning. This slangy Americanism dates back to the roaring ’20s and continues to be a favorite among those with a flair for the devious or dramatic.
Synonyms
- Bamboozle: To trick or confuse someone.
- Hoodwink: To deceive or trick.
- Dupe: To be fooled.
- Outfox: To outsmart.
Antonyms
- Come clean: To tell the truth.
- Straight shooter: An honest person.
- Level with: To speak honestly.
Similar Expressions
- Pull a stunt: To perform a daring act of deception.
- Play a trick: To deceive or fool someone.
Quotes
“She pulled a fast one on me, alright. Left me holding the bag and paying the tab” – Groucho Marx, probably in some movie in his head.
“The only way to beat the blue devils is to wear red. Pulled a fast one on physics today!” – Professor Quirksalot’s Book of Ridiculous Analogies.
Proverbs
- “Honesty is the best policy.”: This proverb suggests that truth is preferable to trickery.
- “What goes around, comes around.”: Suggests that deceitful actions eventually catch up to you.
Literary References
- “The Big Sleep” by Raymond Chandler (1939): Classic noir where detective Philip Marlowe encounters countless attempts to ‘pull a fast one.’
- “Oliver Twist” by Charles Dickens (1837): A tale rife with trickery and deception.
- “Catch-22” by Joseph Heller (1961): Yossarian’s misadventures often involve fast ones, whether pulling or avoiding them.
Movie References
- “Ocean’s 11” (1960 & 2001): Masterful cons pulled off with style and wit.
- “The Sting” (1973): Con artists pulling grand ‘fast ones’ on other con artists with intricate plans.
- “Now You See Me” (2013): Magicians pulling fast ones not just for entertainment but as part of their grand heists.
Inspirational Thought
“Remember, while it’s easy to pull a fast one over others, the most rewarding feeling is being the person who can look in the mirror and know they’ve never had to.” - E.V. Cheatum
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And now, as we bid adieu, consider this: Deception might offer a quick thrill, but staying true shapes lasting joy. Until our next lexical adventure, dear reader, keep your wits sharp and your conscience clear!
