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Never buy a pig in a poke vs Don't buy a pig in a poke

Both phrases are correct and commonly used in English. They convey the same meaning, warning against making a purchase without inspecting it first. The choice between 'never buy a pig in a poke' and 'don't buy a pig in a poke' depends on personal preference or the desired tone of the message.

Last updated: April 01, 2024 • 716 views

Never buy a pig in a poke

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to warn against making a purchase without inspecting it first.

This phrase is a warning to be cautious and not to buy something without examining it properly beforehand.

Examples:

My dad always told me, 'Never buy a pig in a poke.'
She learned the hard way that you should never buy a pig in a poke.

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The electorate, I am convinced, will not be forced to buy a pig in a poke.
I wouldn't buy a pig in a poke.
If you buy a pig in a poke, as our colleagues here have done, then you should not be surprised if you end up with a mess.
The Council wants us to buy a pig in a poke.
We should not buy a pig in a poke; we should vote on our report tomorrow and give these gentlemen the opportunity to think again.
He cannot expect the citizens of Europe to buy a pig in a poke.
I rather feel that we are buying a pig in a poke.
To vote in favour of the directive would be like buying a pig in a poke.
Son, you'd be buying a pig in a poke.
Problem here is that that brother of mine was sold a pig in a poke.
The so-called communitization of elements of the third pillar is a pig in a poke, because the introduction of the qualified majority principle is not coupled with codecision powers for the European Parliament and competence for the European Court of Justice.
Feel free to leave a comment about an employer. Anonymously, using the pseudonym. Share opinions and do not choose a pig in a poke as a place of work where you spend at least 8 hours a day!!
The private sector has been quick to spot the pig in a poke and has shown Galileo a clean pair of heels.
You never buy a proof of life.
You're becoming the drunk who never buys a round.
Never buy a product that damage the environment.
Never buy a Fedora at Goodwill.
Never buy a surf shop, look at this inventory.
You're becoming the drunk who never buys a round.
A pig in slops, it means you're happy.

Alternatives:

Don't buy a pig in a poke
Avoid buying a pig in a poke
Never purchase something without inspecting it first
Always check before buying
Don't make a blind purchase

Don't buy a pig in a poke

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to warn against making a purchase without inspecting it first.

This phrase is a warning to be cautious and not to buy something without examining it properly beforehand.

Examples:

Remember, don't buy a pig in a poke.
I always follow the advice to not buy a pig in a poke.

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I wouldn't buy a pig in a poke.
The electorate, I am convinced, will not be forced to buy a pig in a poke.
If you buy a pig in a poke, as our colleagues here have done, then you should not be surprised if you end up with a mess.
The Council wants us to buy a pig in a poke.
We should not buy a pig in a poke; we should vote on our report tomorrow and give these gentlemen the opportunity to think again.
He cannot expect the citizens of Europe to buy a pig in a poke.
The advice being given is 'don't buy a pig until you have seen it'.
I rather feel that we are buying a pig in a poke.
To vote in favour of the directive would be like buying a pig in a poke.
Son, you'd be buying a pig in a poke.
Problem here is that that brother of mine was sold a pig in a poke.
Please don't put a pig in the backseat with our children.
People say it's barbaric, but if we don't, it looks like a pig in a blanket.
Don't buy a boat, dude.
You don't buy a four-carat diamond for a friend.
Just don't buy a drink.
Don't buy a Chinese car until China- renounces Communisticalness.
My point was don't buy a cat.
I still don't buy a vitamin "K" deficiency.
No law, just don't buy a drink in your hotel room for a doll that's underage.

Alternatives:

Never buy a pig in a poke
Avoid buying a pig in a poke
Never purchase something without inspecting it first
Always check before buying
Don't make a blind purchase

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