status quo
Example Sentences
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The court explained that the status quo on mifepristone would remain in place until the Supreme Court deals with a certiorari petition in the case or the 5th Circuit rules on Louisiana’s current appeal.
From Slate ● Sep. 16, 2026
However, economists at the WTO don’t believe the status quo can be sustained, and instead called for a concerted effort to repair and refresh the multilateral trade system.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 15, 2026
“Most members agree that the status quo is not really an option. So either successful reform will occur or the status quo will not be the outcome.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 15, 2026
"Otherwise, the status quo is maintained, the farmers remain stressed and the next generation is not interested in taking up farming."
From Barron's ● Sep. 3, 2026
I don’t want another present or future Granger student to feel they have to comply with the status quo when they don’t feel comfortable doing so.”
From "Here to Stay" by Sara Farizan
