fobbed off
The phrase "fobbed off" refers to the act of deceiving or dissuading someone by providing them with vague or unhelpful information, redirecting their attention elsewhere, or giving them an excuse or false promise to avoid addressing their concerns or requests. It can also imply dismissing or giving an unsatisfactory response to someone to avoid dealing with their problem or inquiry.
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