Meaning of the word "throw dirt enough, and hopefully some will stick" in English
What does "throw dirt enough, and hopefully some will stick" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
throw dirt enough, and hopefully some will stick
US /θroʊ dɜːrt ɪˈnʌf ænd ˈhoʊpfəli sʌm wɪl stɪk/
UK /θrəʊ dɜːt ɪˈnʌf ænd ˈhəʊpfəli sʌm wɪl stɪk/
Idiom
if you make enough negative or false statements about someone, some of them will be believed even if they are untrue
Example:
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The politician's rivals are trying to ruin his reputation; they know that if they throw dirt enough, some will stick.
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The tabloid's strategy is to throw dirt enough, and hopefully some will stick, regardless of the facts.