To the bad

Pro Tip 1/3

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.

Pro Tip 2/3

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.

Pro Tip 3/3

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.