Pull a fast one.
/pʊl ə fæst wʌn/
Trick or deceive someone cleverly.
Pull a fast one" is an idiom used when someone cleverly and deceitfully tricks someone else. This phrase often implies a surprising or an unexpected deceit, sometimes playful but other times serious.
Example Sentences
He tried to pull a fast one by changing the contract at the last minute.
He attempted to deceive by altering the contract at the last minute.
Don't let them pull a fast one on you; check all the details.
Ensure no one deceives you by checking all details carefully.
She thought she could pull a fast one and skip the line, but she was caught.
She tried to deceive and skip the line, but got caught.
