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to go nowhere
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to fail to achieve success despite the attempts made
What is the origin of the idiom "go nowhere" and when to use it?
The idiom "go nowhere" has likely emerged from the concept of someone walking or running without reaching a destination, or traveling without making progress toward a goal. Today, the idiom is commonly used to describe a situation where someone is stuck in a rut or not making any progress in their personal or professional life, despite their best efforts.
Example
All nothing but futile attempts that went nowhere.
Bad manners will get you nowhere.
He'll get nowhere with her, he's too young.