doghouse
Americannoun
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a small shelter for a dog.
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(on a yacht) a small cabin that presents a relatively high profile and gives the appearance of a box.
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Rocketry Slang. a bulge on the surface of a rocket or missile, for scientific instruments.
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Also called (in Britain and certain other countries): kennel. a hutlike shelter for a dog
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informal disfavour (in the phrase in the doghouse )
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An Iran resolution could get India out of the investor doghouse.
From Barron's • May 30, 2026
The world’s only remaining $4 trillion company has actually been a bit in the doghouse with investors.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 25, 2026
But as the stock’s reaction shows, private managers like Blackstone remain in the Wall Street doghouse.
From Barron's • Jan. 29, 2026
It’s Microsoft’s turn to be in the investor doghouse over artificial-intelligence spending.
From MarketWatch • Jan. 28, 2026
So I try to make his under-the-desk doghouse more comfortable.
From "The Miscalculations of Lightning Girl" by Stacy McAnulty
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