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go under
verb
- also preposition to sink below (a surface)
- to founder or drown
- to be conquered or overwhelmed
the firm went under in the economic crisis
Example Sentences
Ms Goward's report revealed that Mr Mills went under the water when the tide came in at the wreck, and he was later found unresponsive in the sea by search and rescue teams.
"When it rains the line goes under the roof to keep the clothes dry."
The two-toed sloth went under the knife after keepers noticed swellings on the sides of its face, with investigations showing two root abscesses.
I know Arsenal have been very impressive against Real Madrid but the team who appear to have gone under the radar to reach the semi-finals for me are Inter Milan.
After being stored for more than 30 years in a loft, the sleeve is going under the hammer at auctioneers, Wessex Auction Rooms, in Wiltshire.
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