the mills of the gods grind slowly
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
Justice may arrive slowly, but it cannot be avoided.
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “the mills of the gods grind slowly” mean?
Justice may arrive slowly, but it cannot be avoided.
Is “the mills of the gods grind slowly” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.