(idiomatic) Finished; at an ignoble end.

simple past tense and past participle of screw the pooch (slang) (To have screwed up or to have made a mistake.)

An uncut diamond. / (figuratively) A person whose goodness or other positive qualities are hidden by a harsh or unremarkable surface appearance.

Alternative form of for the hell of it

(singular only) The strict interpretation of the law or rules.

Alternative spelling of accessory after the fact

(law) One who commands or counsels an actionable offense, not being present at its commission.

Alternative spelling of accessory before the fact

The interpretation of the law towards the end of providing justice, even if this interpretation does not fall within the law as written.

(idiomatic, transitive) To realise the maximal value, worth, or potential of (something); to derive as much benefit or profit from (something) as is possible.