Rome wasn't burned in a day

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Etymology[edit]

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

Proverb[edit]

Rome wasn't burned in a day

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