in the doghouse
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Tech is a big reason why small-caps have been in the doghouse for so long.
From Barron's • Mar. 12, 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
This bold outburst – a clear embarrassment to Cheryl – lands Larry in the doghouse.
From Salon • Mar. 10, 2024
Gingee is not in the doghouse, though, and she's even become a viral sensation with thousands of followers and millions of views on Instagram and TikTok.
From BBC • Sep. 8, 2023
He ordered Alba to be thrown in the doghouse, and furi- ouslyprepared to forget that she existed.
From "The House of the Spirits: A Novel" by Isabel Allende
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