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What does "down the drain" mean?
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down the drain
Definition:
lost forever; gone, wasted
Usage:
often used with the verbs "go", "be", "throw"; common in both speech and writingSample Dialogue:
A: Oh no! The air conditioner is broken again.B: Should we call the repairman again?
A: No. That air conditioner is old. Let's stop throwing our money down the drain and just buy a new one.
