hit the dirt
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"Look, when you're out of here, a lot of people will scatter," Kushner reportedly said, adding, "I'm with you until you hit the dirt — so you may want to listen to what I'm saying."
From Salon ● Jan. 19, 2023
Rendon bolted to his right as a few gallons of green liquid hit the dirt in front of the dugout.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 14, 2022
And the real proof for me is that people who’ve watched the movie have said they all made a dash to their cars to hit the dirt roads.
From Fox News ● Nov. 26, 2021
Rodgers had a foul ball hit the dirt Tuesday, pop up and knock his helmet off in the third inning against Corbin.
From Seattle Times ● Sep. 28, 2021
Whatever scared Old Flapjack must’ve took off soon’s I hit the dirt.
From "Elijah of Buxton" by Christopher Paul Curtis
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