as in to impose
to offer (something fake, useless, or inferior) as genuine, useful, or valuable
shopkeepers who foist shoddy souvenirs on unsuspecting tourists
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Recent Examples of foist
While the sentiment only applies to one continent (and not all of it) and only certain devices, the Common Charger Directive now in effect in the European Union suggests that far fewer gadgets will foist barrels, USB-micro, or proprietary plugs onto their owners.
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Kevin Purdy, Ars Technica, 2 Jan. 2025
Either could have taken Suzie’s spot in the top this week if the show wanted them there, but Suzie was foisted forward and established a rapport with Michelle and Ru.
—Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 24 Jan. 2025
The launch of a new console could serve as a good excuse for Nintendo to foist a price increase onto consumers.
—Ars Technica, 22 Jan. 2025
California once tried to foist its waste, some of it radioactive, on the Marshall Islands.
—Dan Piepenbring, Harper's Magazine, 2 Jan. 2025
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Kevin Purdy, Ars Technica, 2 Jan. 2025
Either could have taken Suzie’s spot in the top this week if the show wanted them there, but Suzie was foisted forward and established a rapport with Michelle and Ru.
—Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 24 Jan. 2025
The launch of a new console could serve as a good excuse for Nintendo to foist a price increase onto consumers.
—Ars Technica, 22 Jan. 2025
California once tried to foist its waste, some of it radioactive, on the Marshall Islands.
—Dan Piepenbring, Harper's Magazine, 2 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for foist
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The department said export control laws did not impose such restrictions.—
Luc Cohen,
USA TODAY,
22 Feb. 2025
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In a far-reaching move set to take effect on March 4th, President Donald J. Trump imposed a 25% tariff on all foreign imports from Canada, a close ally and the US’ largest energy trading partner, as well as on Mexico.—
Ariel Cohen,
Forbes,
21 Feb. 2025
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There have been pure hammerings inflicted by a magisterial opponent, there have been vain attempts to keep the score down, there have been have-a-go failures and defensive mishaps.—
George Caulkin,
The Athletic,
15 Feb. 2025
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The toll inflicted by this week's cuts stretches beyond probationary workers and fellows.—
Alexander Tin,
CBS News,
15 Feb. 2025
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State leaders react to the incident Following Hosemann’s collapse, state leaders, including Mississippi House Speaker Jason White, wished him a speedy recovery.—
Fernando Cervantes Jr.,
USA TODAY,
20 Feb. 2025
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Those who wish to remain anonymous can contact the Suffolk Crime Stoppers via email or mobile app or by calling 1-800-220-TIPS.—
Muri Assunção,
New York Daily News,
19 Feb. 2025
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“Foist.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/foist. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.
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