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BAIT AND SWITCH

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There is 1 meaning of the phrase Bait And Switch.

Bait And Switch - as a noun

A deceptive way of selling that involves advertising a product at a very low price in order to attract customers who are then persuaded to switch to a more expensive product

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"The company advertised a sale on televisions, but it turned out to be a bait and switch - they only had one TV at that price and it was already sold."
"The politician promised new jobs for the community, but it was just a bait and switch to gain votes."
"The online store lured customers with low prices, but it was a bait and switch - the items were actually out of stock."
"We thought we were getting a great deal on a vacation package, but it was a bait and switch - there were hidden fees and restrictions."
"The car dealership advertised a special financing offer, but it was a bait and switch - the interest rate was much higher than advertised."
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