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status quo

1 of 1noun
/ˈstæ.təs kwoʊ/
1

the situation or condition that is currently at hand

  • The committee decided to maintain the status quo rather than implementing new changes.
  • He is content with the status quo and sees no need for immediate reform.
  • They challenged the status quo with their innovative approach to the problem.
  • She is trying to change the status quo in her organization by introducing new procedures.
  • The company’s policy aims to preserve the status quo in terms of employee benefits.