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to get one's hands dirty
01
to engage in manual work, particularly one that is exhausting or of high difficulty
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Idiom
Informal
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The manager is n't just an office worker; he's not afraid to get his hands dirty and work on the factory floor when needed.
02
to become involved in an activity or event that is unpleasant or morally questionable, often requiring one to engage in dishonest or unethical behavior
IdiomInformalVoorbeelden
As a detective, Mark often has to get his hands dirty to solve complex cases, digging deep into criminal activities.
