- (idiom) it is easy to go from frugality to extravagance; the reverse is not so easy
Generated: This idiom means that people may find it easier to adopt a lavish lifestyle after experiencing a frugal one, but it is much more challenging to revert to a simple, frugal life after becoming accustomed to luxury.
He was very frugal in his youth, but now he lives a very luxurious life.
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