foist
verb (used with object)
to force upon or impose fraudulently or unjustifiably (usually followed by on orupon ).
foisting
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present participleof foist.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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People accused her of foisting the restaurant’s labor costs onto diners — a complaint she found almost comical.
From New York Times ● May 15, 2023
Prior to foisting this mental damage onto a fictional character, Brodesser-Akner's experience delivering her first son was similar to that of her character's.
From Salon ● Jan. 23, 2023
“I respect people’s views about that. But I don’t respect us foisting it onto others.”
From Seattle Times ● May 24, 2022
But they tended not to take that option, Andrew explains, as it would mean foisting more work on one’s fellow hunks.
From Slate ● May 26, 2021
After a breakfast of fatback and grits with lots of butter—Cook foisting a second helping onto Ophie despite her protests—Ophie was sent to take Mrs. Caruthers her morning tray.
From "Ophie's Ghosts" by Justina Ireland
