dirt

Definition

  • noun: loose earth or soil
  • noun: a filthy or soiling substance (as mud, dust, or grime)
  • synonyms: excrement, earth, meanness

Examples

  • He seems to have written his memoirs mainly so that he can 'dish the dirt' on all his former lovers.

  • The police 'struck pay dirt' when a witness came forward with new information.

  • The band 'hit pay dirt' [=had a big success] with their first single.

Movie quotes

  • (..) countless times. Created a hero who's turned out to be a villain. I lied to Roxanne, and... My best friend, Minion. I treated like dirt. Please, don't make this city, Don't make Roxanne pay for my wrong doings. Apology accepted. Uh, Minion. You fantastic fish, you. (..)
    2010 Megamind