
Dirty
Physical Cleanliness
Used for things that can physically accumulate dirt, like objects or body parts.

Make sure to scrub your hands if they're dirty.
State of Use
Objects are often called 'dirty' when they have been used and need cleaning.

After baking, the counters were left dirty.
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FilthyFoulGrimyGrubbyMuddySmudgeSmuttySoilUnclean
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