Go nowhere (fast) verb phrase
Finally achieve no beneficial or successful result or outcome
It seems like our discussion is going nowhere fast.
I talked to James to solve the problem but it went nowhere.
I really want to end this conversation because it is going nowhere.
The verb "go" should be conjugated according to its tense.
Daughter: So I really want all my friends to have a great time. I was thinking it would be a good idea to have some candy out on the tables for people to snack on.
Mother: Well, if you want them to really enjoy themselves, candy is dandy but liquor is quicker.