the status quo

noun

: the current situation : the way things are now

He's content with the status quo and isn't looking for change.

She wants to maintain the status quo.

Examples of the status quo in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

While his blunt and disruptive approach can alienate others, the character illustrates that disruptive leaders often accelerate innovation by asking questions and refusing to accept the status quo. — Kate Wieczorek, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026

Weiser's victory could be considered a win for Democratic candidates across America who have been frustrated with the status quo, even within their own party. — Phillip M. Bailey, USA Today, 30 June 2026

That’s a big departure from the status quo—both companies’ current factories are in metropolitan Seoul, about two hours away by bullet train. — Andrew Nusca, Fortune, 30 June 2026

Kalshi and Polymarket currently dominate the prediction market industry, but one of the wealthiest men on Earth wants to change the status quo. — Justin Klawans, TheWeek, 29 June 2026

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