Gouge and Short

Gouge

Gouge verb - To charge (someone) too much for goods or services.
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Synonyms for Gouge

Short and gouge are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Short" instead a verb "Gouge".

Nearby Words: gouged, gouging

Short

Short verb - To rob by the use of trickery or threats.
Usage example: charged that the used-car dealer had been shorting customers for years

Gouge and short are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Gouge" instead a verb "Short".

Both words in one sentence

  • Video Game / Half-Minute Hero Ridiculous Future Inflation: Since the world is going to end in such a short time, all of the vendors happily gouge their prices by 500% or more.
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