Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
throw someone to the dogs
idiom
θroʊ ˈsʌmˌwʌn tu ðə dɔɡz
Definition
To abandon someone to a difficult or dangerous situation where they are likely to suffer.
Examples
- The scandal led the company to throw its CEO to the dogs, refusing to defend him.
- After the mistake was made, the manager threw the assistant to the dogs, blaming her entirely.
Meaning
This phrase implies leaving someone vulnerable or in a position where they can be harmed, often without any support or help.
Synonyms
- abandon
- betray
- desert
- sacrifice
- give up on
