What does "dog it" mean?

To underperform; to lag behind; to fail to exert effort.

What is a synonym for "dog it"?

Common synonyms include: absquatulate, beat it, blow, decamp, dodge, duck.

verb, slang

verb, slang ·Moderate ·College level

Verb

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To underperform; to lag behind; to fail to exert effort. slang
"The boss made him do extra cleaning work, because he was caught dogging it on his prior assignment."

"The boss made him do extra cleaning work, because he was caught dogging it on his prior assignment."