English phrase from drama scenes

What Does "we know arthur's been doing your dirty work" Mean?

Learn what "we know arthur's been doing your dirty work" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.

Intermediate
Rude
Firm
Accuse

Alice, we know Arthur's been

It means someone is being accused of secretly using another person to do dishonest or unpleasant work for them.

From Killer Romance, Episode 14

When do people say this?

Scene Context

Someone is accusing another person of using Arthur to do shady tasks for them.

Usage Scenario

Use it in a confrontation when you want to accuse someone of indirect or shady behavior. It sounds rude and suspicious, so it is not appropriate for polite workplace conversation.

Better ways to say it

1
doing your dirty work
2
make someone do your dirty work
3
use someone as your dirty work

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