Meaning of the word "it is easier to tear down than to build (it back) up" in English
What does "it is easier to tear down than to build (it back) up" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
it is easier to tear down than to build (it back) up
US /ɪt ɪz ˈiziər tu tɛr daʊn ðæn tu bɪld ɪt bæk ʌp/
UK /ɪt ɪz ˈiːziə tu tɛə daʊn ðæn tu bɪld ɪt bæk ʌp/
Idiom
it is much simpler to destroy something (like a reputation, a building, or a relationship) than it is to create or restore it
Example:
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The scandal ruined his career in a day; it is easier to tear down than to build back up.
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Trust is fragile, and it is easier to tear down than to build up.