fuck the dog
(vulgar, uncommon, especially, Canada) To make a horrible or catastrophic mistake; to screw the pooch.
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(vulgar, uncommon, especially, Canada) To make a horrible or catastrophic mistake; to screw the pooch.
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(vulgar, uncommon, especially, Canada) To avoid work; to make it appear as if one is working.
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