the oldest trick in the book

US /ðɪ ˈoʊldɪst trɪk ɪn ðə bʊk/
UK /ðɪ ˈoʊldɪst trɪk ɪn ðə bʊk/
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o truque mais antigo do livro, uma manha antiga

a very old and well-known method or trick that is still used, often to deceive someone

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Trying to distract me with flattery is the oldest trick in the book.
Tentar me distrair com bajulação é o truque mais antigo do livro.
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He tried to use the oldest trick in the book to get a discount, but I saw right through it.
Ele tentou usar o truque mais antigo do livro para conseguir um desconto, mas eu percebi na hora.