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Put one over on somebody

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Casual Use

Used in informal situations among friends, not for formal or serious conversations.

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When he told me he owned a castle, I knew he was trying to put one over on me.
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Negative Connotation

Implies a negative judgment about the person deceiving; suggests dishonesty.

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Don't trust her, she put one over on her last business partner.
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Skepticism Required

Encourages critical thinking to avoid being tricked or deceived by someone.

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If something sounds too good to be true, they might be putting one over on you.
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