It's a long lane that has no turning

exp.

Heard in Monaghan

A proverbial expression meaning that nothing lasts forever and situations can change.

In use

Re: "The Celtic Tiger---It's a long lane etc"

Posh English

Every economic boom must eventually reach its conclusion.

  • Nara LaneColloquial term for the narrow lane also known as Ozanam Street.
  • The wheels always turningYour turn will come. One's fortunes will eventually change for the better.
  • Won't be long nowA pun on the word long, used when something is about to happen imminently.
  • Turning a bikeA euphemistic expression for taking leave of one's company to urinate.
  • LaneTo test someone or apply pressure to them, especially to expose a weakness.
  • Lane mateLean meat.