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That “free” thing will cost you lots

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The lure of free goodies has been used by marketers for generations to lure consumers in, and then get them to commit to paying - usually a lot - for anything from timeshare deals to vacuum cleaners, dietary supplements and face creams.
6 Dec 2018 English South Africa Leisure · Business

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