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in the doghouse

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in the doghouse

(informal) In a situation of being the object of someone's anger or disapproval, especially one's spouse.
Synonym: doghoused

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“Although I’m clearly in the doghouse, I’m thankful that the mayor is willing to give me a chance to get over this and get back to being a nurturing and positive force within the administration,” he said. Source: Internet

Although I’m clearly in the doghouse, I’m thankful that the mayor is willing to give me a chance to get over this and get back to being a nurturing and positive force within the administration,” he said. Source: Internet

Many will not speak publicly against A.L. for fear of being put in the doghouse, as reportedly some have experienced. Source: Internet

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