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Term: Down and Dirty

Definition:

The term "down and dirty" is an idiomatic expression that typically describes an action or situation that involves getting deeply involved, usually in a straightforward or unglamorous manner.

Senses:

Sense 1:

Adjective Phrase: Relating to doing something in a direct, straightforward, and often unrefined way.

Example Sentence: The down and dirty approach to troubleshooting allowed them to quickly fix the problem and get the system back online.

Sense 2:

Adjective Phrase: Describing a situation or activity that involves intense and possibly aggressive competitiveness.

Example Sentence: The down and dirty competition between the two teams made for an exciting and thrilling game.

Sense 3:

Adverbial Phrase: Expressing the means by which an action or task is accomplished, often emphasizing a no-frills or bare-bones approach.

Example Sentence: She tackled the project down and dirty, using only the essential tools to complete it efficiently.

Sense 4:

Noun Phrase: Referring to gritty, realistic, or unabashedly realistic portrayal of a subject.

Example Sentence: The movie director captured the harsh reality of street life in her down and dirty depiction of inner-city struggles.