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adj
Having the characteristic of arguing two sides at once.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: not-comparable
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noun
A rip saw often operated by two people.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
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verb
To operate a whipsaw.
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verb
To cause (a trader) to lose potential profit by buying shares just before the price falls, or by selling them just before the price rises.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: transitive
Topics: business, finance
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verb
To defeat someone in two different ways at once.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: transitive
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verb
Of a trade union: to coerce employers into capitulating by bringing them the news that other (more easily convinced) employers have already done so.
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verb
To accept bribes from multiple parties at once, with the intent of letting down one or more of them.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: US
Topics: government, politics
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noun
a saw with handles at both ends; intended for use by two people
Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0
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Synonyms: two-handed saw, two-man saw, lumberman's saw
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Broader terms: saw
Narrower terms: pitsaw
verb
saw with a whipsaw
Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0
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Broader terms: saw
verb
victimize, especially in gambling or negotiations
Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0
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Broader terms: cheat, rip off, chisel
History
From whip + saw.
Across languages
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