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In truth, acted deplorably — it means others shouldn't have to pay the price for you (5,5)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

dutch treat

'it means others shouldn't have to pay the price for you' is the definition.
(as in 'going Dutch' with a restaurant bill)

'in truth acted deplorably' is the wordplay.
'truth acted' can be anagrammed to 'DUTCH TREAT'.
Though, I am not clear how the anagram is indicated.

(Other definitions for dutch treat that I've seen before include "Outing with each paying their own bill" , "Shared expense" , "Occasion where everyone pays their share" , "delightful trip to tulip fields?" , "doing things individually?" .)

I've seen this clue in The Guardian.
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