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24th August 2024

What a rip-off!

We use this expression to say when we think something is unreasonably expensive or poor quality.
IH Bristol Phrase of the Day: What a rip-off
Usage
Written: 
No
Spoken: 
Yes
Formal: 
No
Informal: 
Yes
Example 1
How much did you pay for your jacket?
I paid £70.
What a rip-off.
Example 2
I can’t believe you spent £50 on a train ticket to London! What a rip-off.
I know, and the train was delayed. I won’t be getting the train again any time soon!

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