foist (someone something) off on (one)

foist (someone something) off on (one)

To force or impose an unwanted or worthless person or thing on one. The object of "foist" can be used between "off" and "on" instead. They're always foisting off their worst employees on our branch. With Hollywood always foisting garbage off on us, it's a breath of fresh air when a quality film appears in theaters. Why are you trying to foist all of these old hats off on me? You're just trying to clear out your attic, aren't you?

See also: foist, off, on

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foist off on

v.

To force something, especially something unwanted, worthless, or false, on someone: She foisted off the furniture on the new owners. The peddler foisted his wares off on the unsuspecting crowd.

See also: foist, off, on

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