fine print

Definitions

The details, restrictions, terms, or conditions, especially of a contract, often printed in very small type.

idiomatic, uncountable

Equivalents

Examples

“Before signing up for such an offer⟳, be sure to read⟳ the fine print⟳ carefully.”

“One of the biggest problems many investors face⟳ is that it can be hard to figure⟳ out what's important in the fine print⟳. Even pros who are experienced at reading the footnotes face⟳ this problem.”

“Did I read⟳ the fine print⟳? Of course not. Do I wish⟳ I would have⟳? Well, maybe. Who knows, potentially the fine print⟳ would have⟳ touched on issues like⟳ refunds for rude, late or inconsiderate dates.”

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