to get one's hands dirty
01
きつい作業に自分で取りかかる, 自分で汗を流す
to engage in manual work, particularly one that is exhausting or of high difficulty
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慣用句
くだけた
例
The manager finally got his hands dirty and helped unload the boxes.
マネージャーはようやく自分で大変な作業に取りかかり、箱を下ろすのを手伝った。
02
汚れ仕事に関わる, 後ろ暗いことに加担する
to become involved in an activity or event that is unpleasant or morally questionable, often requiring one to engage in dishonest or unethical behavior
慣用句
くだけた
例
Despite being the CEO, Jane isn't afraid to get her hands dirty by actively participating in problem-solving sessions with the production team.
彼は昇進が欲しいあまり、汚れ仕事に関わることもいとわなかった。
