Rome
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Meaning: be capable or competent enough.
Example: You'll only be worth your salt if you go above and beyond the call of duty. Read more ➺
Meaning: to perform an inconsequential task or act irresponsibly in the midst of a disastrous event.
Example: Vacuuming the carpet while her co-worker was in with the boss, trying to steal her job, felt like fiddling while Rome burned. Read more ➺
Meaning: all the routes are directed towards the center
Example: Take any route of your choice becauseall roads lead to Rome. Read more ➺
when in Rome, do as the Romans
Meaning: to copy popular culture in order to blend in
Example: My mother always told us that when in Rome, do as the Romans. That is how today we are able to get along with any kind of people. Read more ➺
Meaning: admirable results always take time
Example: The Oswal's have really worked hard in building their empire. Rome was after all not built in one day. Read more ➺
