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From which sport do we get the expression "selling a dummy"?

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From which sport do we get the expression "selling a dummy"?
posted May 28, 2018 by Anushka

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In rugby or soccer, to feign a pass, kick, or other maneuver in order to deceive an opponent and get around them. To sell or pass off something to someone that ultimately proves to be worth nothing or less than promised.

answer Jul 4, 2018 by Keerthi Bala
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