dum Roma deliberat Saguntum perit Phrase
Meaning:
while Rome debates, Saguntum is in danger
Comment
Used when someone has been asked for urgent help, but responds with no immediate action. Similar to Hannibal ante portas, but referring to a less personal danger.
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