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talk dirty

idiom
Meaning

To use profane language, especially sexual vulgarities for the purpose of arousal.


Examples
SIMPLE

He likes when his partner talks dirty during intimate moments.

CONTEXTUAL

Some people find that talking dirty helps them feel more connected and excited with their partner.

COMPLEX

The couple discovered that talking dirty served as a powerful catalyst for deepening their physical intimacy and mutual desire.

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Related idioms8entries
  1. 01

    air one's dirty laundry in public

    To reveal one's sordid secrets to the public.

  2. 02

    air one's dirty linen in public

    Synonym of air one's dirty laundry in public.

  3. 03

    all talk and no cider

    All talk and no results.

  4. 04

    big talk

    Statements which are boastful or exaggerated.

  5. 05

    coffee talk

    Informal conversation among friends or acquaintances, of the kind that occurs in a casual gathering where people sit together and drink coffee.

  6. 06

    dirty laundry

    Unflattering or embarrassing facts, or questionable activities that one wants to remain secret, but which someone else may use as blackmail.

  7. 07

    dirty look

    An unpleasant or disdainful look or expression, often directed at someone.

  8. 08

    dirty money

    Money that is illegally gained, illegally transferred or illegally utilized, especially money gained through forgery, bribery, prostitution, money laundering, or theft.

Last updated April 17, 2026