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Get/turn nasty

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Sudden ChangePlay
Used to describe a quick shift from calm to hostile situations. SlideThe game was fun until a foul caused things to turn nasty.
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Tangible RiskPlay
Implies a potential threat or real danger becoming apparent. SlideThe sky was clear, then the weather turned nasty and we rushed inside.
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Avoiding ConflictPlay
Used to emphasize the avoidance of situations that may become confrontational. SlideWhen their conversation started turning nasty, I left the room.
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