fob off

Definition

To use lies, excuses, or deceit to satisfy (someone); to deceitfully appease someone by giving something that is spurious or inferior from what was wanted or expected.

Example Sentences

• "When I phoned up, I was fobbed off with a string of excuses."
• "You must not think to fob off our disgrace ; but, an't please you, deliver."
• "A conspiracy of bishops could prostrate and fob off the right of the people."