drain the python

brain drain

The migration of educated or talented people from less economically advanced areas to more economically advanced areas, especially to large cities or more developed nations.

circle the drain

To be in a rapid decline or in a state of downfall, especially as leading to an inevitable utter failure or destruction.

drain the snake

To urinate.

go down the drain

Synonym of go down the toilet: to fail.

pour down the drain

To waste prior work by subsequent bad decisions.