go south

Example Sentences

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For many captains, when results go south the batting follows.

From BBC

“There is some relief that that three years is behind us. But like I said, appreciate the good times because you never know when things are going to go South.”

From Washington Times

Those reactions and emotions are normal, as are anger and frustration when things go south.

From Salon

He likes to use it as his own mental exercise to be prepared if things go south.

From Seattle Times

Things could improve for him, go south or stay about where they are.

From Seattle Times