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The persistent fear or anxiety of not securing the absolute best possible deal, price, bargain, or agreement in a purchase, negotiation, or transaction. This often manifests as obsessive comparison shopping, decision paralysis, regret after buying, or an inability to commit even when a good offer is available, driven by the dread of "missing out" on something better.
"Her pactophobia is out of control — she spent two hours on Black Friday refreshing pages because she was terrified of not getting the best deal on those headphones."
by MatHematic April 10, 2026
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