Phrase of the Day

Ginger’s Phrase of the Day provides you with a daily dose of interesting facts and trivia on some of the more, and less, common phrases in the English language. Learn the real meaning behind these phrases, when and how to use them and other less-known info behind each phrase.

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Rome Was Not Built in a Day

When you say ‘Rome Was Not Built in a Day’ you mean that something is going to take time to complete. Example of use: “I heard you’re writing a book. When will it be finished?” Answer: “Sometime next year. After all, Rome was not built in a day!”