fast one
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
After so many slow starts, the Lions must have craved a fast one - and they made it happen.
From BBC • Jul. 12, 2025
“Some companies are trying to pull a fast one by shrinking the products little by little and hoping you won't notice,” he said.
From Salon • Aug. 26, 2024
That’s because most Olympic finals are more tactical than fast, one reason why Cheptegei’s world record is nearly a minute better than the Olympic record.
From Los Angeles Times • May 20, 2024
“It’s not because they’re trying to pull a fast one on their landlords.”
From Seattle Times • Apr. 18, 2023
They hadn’t warned the crowd about illegal punches— and there was always a wise guy out there ready to pull a fast one.
From "The Chocolate War" by Robert Cormier
![]()
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.