SSC Stenographer 2026 PYQ — Question 172

SSC Stenographer - 12 Sep 2026 - Shift 2 • English • Q172

Choose the alternative which gives the correct meaning of the given idiom or phrase.
To go to the dogs

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

Correct Answer: To become severely ruined or degraded
Explanation
• The idiom to go to the dogs means to deteriorate drastically in quality, health, or fortune, or to fall into a state of ruin.
• Example: Due to poor management and lack of funds, the once-thriving company has completely gone to the dogs.