Wednesday, 2 January 2013

Idiom - "When in Rome" (Do as the Romans do)

"When in Rome" (do as the romans do) = Follow/copy the traditions and customs of the area you're in.

Examples: 

"You're drinking? It's only 8am?"
"Well this IS Ireland, everyone's an alcoholic! So, you know, when in Rome!"
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  1. johnj9 January 2013 at 20:03

    It's not an idiom, it's a proverb. I think your example sucks balls too. Here's a simile for you: Your example is as shit as a seagull's ass.

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