Scotland have missed out on a third straight World Mixed Doubles Championship following defeat by the United States.
The USA beat the Scots 8-6 to set up an all North American semi-final with Canada in Gangneung, South Korea.
Norway defeated Estonia 8-5 to set up a last-four meeting with Japan.
Jen Dodds and Bruce Mouat won the title in 2021, with compatriots Eve Muirhead and Bobby Lammie defending the title for Scotland last year.
Dodds and Mouat completed the round-robin stage with seven wins and two defeats.
England's Lina and Michael Opel, a father-daughter combination, finished last in Group B with nine consecutive defeats.
Czech Republic and hosts South Korea won their relegation play-off matches with Germany and Austria, respectively.
Meanwhile, Aberdeen will host the 2023 event in October after agreeing a two-year deal with the World Curling Federation.