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Carved/set in stone

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Changeability

Used to emphasize the potential for change in rules or plans.

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Although our itinerary looks final, it isn't carved in stone.
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Expect Flexibility

Indicates that, unlike literal stone, the subject can be adapted.

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Your job responsibilities are not carved in stone and can evolve.
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Metaphoric Use

Used figuratively to represent rigidity but does not involve actual stone.

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The schedule is set in stone for now, but we can review it later.
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