raw deals

Definition of raw dealsnext
plural of raw deal
as in wrongs
unfair or inadequate treatment of someone or something or an instance of this customers affected by the increase in the service fee complained they were getting a raw deal

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Noun
  • Conversely, these wrongs may very well cause some Americans to lose faith in our political system altogether.
    Gary Franks, Hartford Courant, 3 May 2026
  • The runs were crucial for a team that hasn’t been able to score many of them this season, but this game offered a chance to right the wrongs for Scott and setup man Luke Weaver.
    Abbey Mastracco, New York Daily News, 2 May 2026
Noun
  • Their views on past systemic injustices.
    The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 1 May 2026
  • Churches and religious leaders, particularly Black churches, have historically been leading the cause to mobilize against injustices in this country, Felix points out.
    Miami Herald, Miami Herald, 29 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • The company has received 5,952 reports involving DC-DC converter replacements, but these have resulted in no accidents or injuries.
    Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 27 Apr. 2026
  • The victim, who has not been identified, suffered severe crushing injuries to his lower limbs after becoming trapped in a lifting system, local fire authorities told Reuters, citing eyewitness accounts.
    Edward Segarra, USA Today, 27 Apr. 2026
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“Raw deals.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/raw%20deals. Accessed 4 May. 2026.

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