Meaning of the word "never is a long time" in English

What does "never is a long time" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

never is a long time

US /ˈnɛvər ɪz ə lɔŋ taɪm/
UK /ˈnɛvə z ə lɒŋ taɪm/
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Idiom

used to suggest that circumstances may change and one should not be too certain that something will never happen

Example:
You say you'll never move back home, but never is a long time.
I thought I'd never forgive him, but never is a long time.