shortchange
US /ˌʃɔːrtˈtʃeɪndʒ/
UK /ˌʃɔːrtˈtʃeɪndʒ/
1.
to give someone less than the correct amount of money when they are due to receive change
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The cashier accidentally shortchanged me by five dollars.
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Make sure to count your change so you don't get shortchanged.
2.
to treat someone unfairly by depriving them of something they deserve
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The company shortchanged its employees on benefits.
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Don't let anyone shortchange you of your dreams.