shell game
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And cards with a 0% introductory rate usually claim that rate is also available on balance transfers, but that’s a bit of a shell game.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 16, 2026
But another explanation is that "the market sees it more or less as a shell game," O'Hare said of the policy.
From Barron's ● Sep. 9, 2026
"It's what we call a shell game," said McDonald, who drove one of the vehicles during the Bush administration.
From BBC ● Aug. 11, 2026
If you see anyone playing three-card monte or a shell game, just keep walking.
From Seattle Times ● Aug. 28, 2023
Jinx grabbed Ned by the elbow and led him to the shell game.
From "Moon Over Manifest" by Clare Vanderpool
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