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UKdirt cheap
/dˈɜːt tʃˈiːp/
/dˈɜːt tʃˈiːp/dirt cheap
[PHRASE]
What is the origin of the idiom "dirt cheap" and when to use it?
The idiom "dirt cheap" is a relatively recent expression, dating back to the 20th century. This phrase is used to describe something that is available at an extremely low cost or price, indicating that it is a remarkable bargain or deal.
Examples
1. No matter if the raw materials were dirt cheap, the initial cost of a first system is essentially astronomical.
2. She found a brand-new smartphone for dirt cheap at the clearance sale.
3. He set up another transit company that passed through Panama with dirt cheap prices to steal their customers.
4. The worst thing is how many multi-platform games including EA's entire library are included with Microsoft's dirt cheap Xbox Game Pass for which Sony has no direct competitor.
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