Unacceptable and getting more so, on a steady downward course. For example, Mary's grades have gone from bad to worse. [Mid-1500s] Also see
if worst comes to worst.
from bad to worse
| Idioms: from bad to worse |
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| Frayn, Michael (Quotes By) |
| Pilot: Las Vegas (TV Episode) (2003 TV Episode) |
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