dirty word

Example Sentences

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Beyond their dirtbag tendencies, there is another reason why the name “Tkachuk” is almost a dirty word in hockey circles.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 14, 2026

Contraction is a dirty word in the journalism industry, which generally believes having more outlets is better for the public interest.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 8, 2025

Brian Stelter, CNN's chief media analyst, recently tweeted that “fact-check” had become a dirty word.

From Salon • Jan. 26, 2025

"Working with kids is in my soul and I want to teach them that disabled isn't a dirty word, and when I say it I don't have to flinch," Amy adds.

From BBC • Oct. 27, 2024

She looks up at me, like I’ve asked her to define a dirty word.

From "The Help" by Kathryn Stockett