Dirt

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Physical CleanlinessPlay
Refers to actual dirt or lack of cleanliness, often related to physical objects or spaces. SlideThe kitchen table was covered in dirt after the plant fell over.
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Metaphorical UsePlay
Sometimes used metaphorically to mean something is morally 'dirty' or unethical. SlideHis reputation was tarnished by the dirt spread in the news.