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hit the dirt

 

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Verb hit the dirt has 1 sense
  1. hit the dirt, hit the deck - fall or drop suddenly, usually to evade some danger; "The soldiers hit the dirt when they heard gunfire"
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Term: Hit the Dirt

Part of Speech: Verb phrase

Sense: To quickly drop to the ground in order to avoid danger or gunfire

Usage:

  1. During the intense battle, the soldiers hit the dirt to avoid the enemy's bullets.
  2. The loud gunshot startled the deer, causing them to hit the dirt and disappear into the forest.

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