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What does "quick and dirty" mean?

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quick and dirty

Definition:

fast and cheap; or fast and barely adequate

Usage:

used to describe something that needs to be done quickly, but not thoroughly

Sample Dialogue:

A: How much will it cost to fix the air conditioner?
B: $75 for a quick and dirty repair. But we're going to need a new unit before the summer.
A: How much will that cost?
B: About $800.





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