The phrase
"to take the bait" means to fall for a trap or trick, similar to a fish being caught by a baited hook. It refers to when someone is easily deceived or manipulated into doing or saying something they shouldn't.
Full definition
Synonyms for individual words can be found below.
«take»
«bait»
Sentences with «to take the bait»
- Even if you do not take the bait in paying only the minimum, you are still more likely to pay less than you otherwise would. (wisebread.com)
- I think I would have taken the bait on that big time. (educationworld.com)
- The fish is blind in that eye and slow to take a bait offered on that side. (si.com)
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