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

The outcome also preserved the status quo in Kansas City, with Cleaver again heading to Washington buffered by two Republican districts. — Jack Harvel, Kansas City Star, 4 Nov. 2026

As voters become more discontent with the status quo in California, analysts agree its up to Democrats to make the changes that’ll advance the state’s future. — Jenny Jarvie follow, Los Angeles Times, 3 Nov. 2026

For those unhappy with the status quo, a sure way to lose is to stay home or not mail in their ballots in protest — clearly a mistake! — Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 3 Nov. 2026

But Democrats are counting on at least some Republicans like Hernandez to either stay home or cast a vote against the status quo on Tuesday. — Claire Heddles, Miami Herald, 2 Nov. 2026

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