down and dirty
Example Sentences
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Siblings who had no problem splitting up houses and investment accounts can get down and dirty about photo albums.
From MarketWatch • Nov. 21, 2025
But if you can't remember the last time you cleaned it, or didn't even know that this was something you have to do, it's time to get down and dirty.
From Salon • Jul. 15, 2022
“As a scientist, you want the peer-reviewed publication with all of the down and dirty details.”
From Science Magazine • May 19, 2022
When everything about the business says, “You’re not qualified, you’re not interesting, you’re not smart enough,” you need like-minded individuals who can get down and dirty with you.
From New York Times • Apr. 21, 2022
The Palmetto players got down and dirty right away, and their fans cheered them on.
From "Tangerine" by Edward Bloor
