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Discover LudwigThe phrase "a fast one" is correct and usable in written English.
It is typically used to describe a trick or deception, often implying that someone is trying to outsmart or fool another person.
Example: "He tried to pull a fast one on me by pretending to be someone else."
Alternatives: "a trick" or "a con job".
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"They pulled a fast one on everybody," Welter wrote on his site.
Did Gov. Jon Corzine pull a fast one on Joseph Vas? Or did Joseph Vas pull a fast one on Albio Sires?
Or did everyone pull a fast one on everyone else?
"The free world is pulling a fast one on us.
It's understandable why people would like to argue that Leonard "pulled a fast one" on Durán.
I never found out whether he pulled a fast one on me.
The shopkeeper tried to pull a fast one on me.
Was Facebook trying to pull a fast one on us?
I hate to say it Neil, but I think he pulled a fast one on you!
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