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Fob off

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Deceptive Intent

Usually implies intent to deceive or trick someone into taking something unwanted.

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He fobbed off the damaged goods as rare collectibles.
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Not Forceful

The act is done in a sly or smooth manner, not by force or direct rejection.

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She managed to fob off the old computer on her cousin, claiming it was vintage.
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Cultural Nuance

Often seen as negative or unethical, it's usually not a compliment to fob something off.

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Many frowned upon the salesman's tactics after he fobbed off the replica as the real thing.
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