Rome wasn't burned in a day

English

Alternative forms

  • Rome wasn't burnt in a day

Etymology

Modification of Rome wasn't built in a day in reference to the Great Fire of Rome.

Proverb

Rome wasn't burned in a day

  1. It takes a long time to destroy something complicated or impressive.
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