Sell somebody/buy a pup

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Consumer Caution

Use this phrase when discussing purchases that didn't meet expectations.

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I thought I was getting a bargain, but I was sold a pup.

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Negative Outcome

Implies regret or disappointment about a decision or purchase.

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That online course ended up being a waste; I totally bought a pup.

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Misleading Value

Suggests an item or service was presented as more valuable than it truly is.

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The advertisement was misleading—I was sold a pup.

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