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a raw deal

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a raw deal

unfair treatment If you feel you've had a raw deal, you can always sue me.

Usage notes: often used with give or get: Workers who felt they were getting a raw deal quit.

See also: deal, raw

a raw deal

n. an unfair deal; unfair treatment. My last job was a raw deal. I hope this is better.

See also: deal, raw