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every trick in the book

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every trick in the book
every clever or dishonest way that you know to achieve something that you want (often + to do sth) He used every trick in the book to get her to sign the contract.
See miss a trick, turn a trick
See also: book, every, trick

every trick in the book
every way possible He tried every trick in the book to get her to sign the contract.
Usage notes: usually said about an attempt to deceive someone
See also: book, every, trick


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The fraudsters will use every trick in the book to get you to part with your cash including you have won a competition - but you have to send money first.
Attackers are getting better at what they do and are using every trick in the book, Litan said.
I've come up with every trick in the book, because I just think it's bizarre," she added.
 
 
 
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