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dirty pool

/ˈdɜːrti puːl/

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/ˈdɜːrti puːl/slangamericansportobsolete
  • ruУстаревшее сленговое выражение, означающее нечестное, несправедливое или неэтичное поведение, особенно в спорте, играх или соревновательных ситуациях.

An old-fashioned slang term meaning unfair, dishonest, or unethical behavior, especially in sports, games, or competitive situations.

  1. Unfair or dishonest behaviorC1informalamerican

    Actions that are considered unethical, underhanded, or unsportsmanlike.

    ruНечестная игра

    • Spreading rumors about your opponent is dirty pool.
    • He was accused of playing dirty pool during the negotiations.
    • Using insider information for trading is definitely dirty pool.