Used in economic contexts to talk about failure, often due to financial problems.

Business Context

'Go under' doesn't mean physically moving underneath something in this context.

Metaphorical Usage

It implies a risk that affects the entire entity, not just part of it.

Refers to something being completely covered by water or another liquid.

Can imply something happens suddenly, often with little warning.

Sometimes not literal; for example, 'drowning in debt' doesn’t involve water.

Specific to the context of surgery or medical operations involving anesthesia.

Indicates a temporary period of unconsciousness, not permanent.

Used to reassure or explain to patients about what will happen before surgery.