go under

Example Sentences

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I don’t want any brokerage firm to go under.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 23, 2026

Human bones, including a skull, were due to go under the hammer on Friday, but Great Western Auctions withdrew the item for sale after being contacted by BBC Scotland News.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

Dixon, who represented parts of west and south central L.A., also pushed for the subway to go under Pico Boulevard instead of Wilshire.

From Los Angeles Times • May 7, 2026

Homes that go under contract don’t close immediately—meaning the data reflects market conditions a month or so prior.

From Barron's • Apr. 12, 2026

She had to go under the hedge in two journeys in order not to spill the water from the jug.

From "Coraline" by Neil Gaiman