These plans are not carved in stone.
carved in stone
idiomUnchangeable.
The schedule for our trip is flexible and not carved in stone, so we can change it later.
While the initial agreement provided a framework for the negotiations, both parties understood that none of the terms were carved in stone.
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cast the first stone
To act self-righteously in accusing another person, believing oneself to be blameless.
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get blood out of a stone
To do something difficult, frustrating, or pointless.
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kill two birds with one stone
To solve two problems with one single action.
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leave no stone unturned
To search or investigate thoroughly.
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rolling stone
A person who moves around a lot and never settles down; a vagrant.
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set in stone
Permanent; certain; firm.
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stepping stone
Something used as a way to progress to something or somewhere else.
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stone cold
Very cold (literally); lacking any semblance of warmth.