
To the bad
Negative Outcome
Used when describing a situation that has resulted in a loss or deficit.
After investing in the new project, we're thirty thousand dollars to the bad.
Comparative Decline
Shows a decrease when comparing against a previous state or expected result.
This year, our harvest was to the bad by several tons compared to last.
Not Literal
The phrase is often used figuratively, not necessarily referring to money or numbers.
Since the new manager took over, the team's morale has gone to the bad.
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