dirtily

/ˈdɜrtəli/
adverb
  1. In a way that is covered or marked with dirt; not cleanly.
    • The mechanic worked dirtily, with grease smeared across his face and arms.
    • She noticed the floor had been dirtily mopped, leaving streaks of grime behind.
    • After playing in the mud, the children wiped their hands dirtily on their shirts.
  2. In a dishonest, unfair, or morally wrong manner.
    • The company dirtily bribed officials to get the contract.
    • The politician was accused of playing dirtily to win the election.
    • He dirtily cheated at cards, hiding an ace up his sleeve.
  3. In a way that is sexually suggestive or obscene (but not extremely vulgar).
    • The comedian told jokes dirtily, making the audience blush.
    • She winked dirtily at her friend across the room.
    • The lyrics of the song were dirtily suggestive, but not explicit.
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