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Palm off

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Deceptive ActionPlay
Used when someone is trying to deceive another by giving them something unwanted or inferior. SlideDon't let him palm off his chores on you as a favor.
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Informal UsagePlay
It's informal and usually used in spoken language or casual writing. SlideI can't believe you tried to palm off that broken laptop as new to me!
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Negative ConnotationPlay
Carries a negative connotation; it implies dishonesty or trickery. SlideShe felt guilty for palming off her expired coupons to the unsuspecting cashier.