Go To The Dogs (Verb)
Meaning
Become ruined; "His business went to pot when economy soured".
Classification
Verbs of size, temperature change, intensifying, etc..
Examples
- If the corrupt government officials continue stealing funds, the new infrastructure project will go to the dogs.
- Her career went to the dogs after a series of public scandals damaged her reputation.
- The failing restaurant went to the dogs once the ownership changed hands.
- The small company went to the dogs because they failed to keep up with industry advancements.
- His football career went to the dogs after suffering a serious injury at the start of his season.