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Definition the Brooklyn Bridge in American English

the Brooklyn Bridge

/ˈbrʊklɪn ˌbrɪdʒ/

From the name of a bridge in New York City. The idea is that no ordinary person would be allowed to sell the bridge, so if they tried to sell it to you they would be cheating you.

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to cheat someone in a business deal

Synonyms and related words
shanghai cheat rip off
Definition the Brooklyn Bridge in American English