status quo

the status quo

The condition or state of affairs as it already exists or operates. Despite their myriad promises, politicians are inevitably more interested in maintaining the status quo, which is more profitable for them and their corporate buddies.

status quo

The existing condition or state of affairs, as in We don't want to admit more singers to the chorus; we like the status quo. This term, Latin for "state in which," has been used in English since the early 1800s.

the status ˈquo

(from Latin) the situation as it is now, or as it was before a recent change: The conservatives are keen to maintain the status quo.

See also: quo, status

Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary

See also:

the status quo
find out how the land lies
see
see how the land lies
see how the wind blows
see how the wind is blowing
see which way the wind blows
see which way the wind is blowing
see, etc. how the land lies
spy out the land

References in periodicals archive

Jeff began touring schools after he left Status Quo and has visited more than 7,000 over the years.

Rock star guest snares captive school audience

Clearly wanting to make clear that the band is not paying tribute to Status Quo, Coghlan goes on to say: "I don't want to discuss tribute bands because it is not our bag.

Rockin' All Over the World

The Jokers said: "We are thrilled to be opening for the legendary Status Quo at the Parc Y Scarlets Stadium.

Status Quo's last ever full electric tour; PREVIEW: Status Quo at Parc y Scarlets - Saturday, August 27

When and where did you first see Status Quo? I first saw Status Quo at the Liverpool Philharmonic Hall in December 2001.

Wirral Rocks

Status Quo have sold over 118 million records throughout their illustrious career and have achieved 43 hit albums in the British Albums Chart; more than any other band apart from The Rolling Stones.

Quo head for Arena and promise an electric finale; What's On Editor GORDON BARR reveals Status Quo are unplugging their amps after one last tour which includes a gig at the Arena

Status Quo, who have announced their last-ever 'electric' gig in Newcastle

Status Quo announce farewell full-on Newcastle gig at Metro Radio Arena; Rockers Status Quo are hanging up the amps for the final time with their last ever electric tour which heads to Newcastle at Christmas

Thus, when evaluating more restrictive regulations than the status quo, moose hunters should be reluctant to support regulations other than the status quo (Decker et al.

Hunter and tourist outfitter preferences for regulating moose hunting in northeastern Ontario

Rich, who played with Status Quo for 16 years before leaving the band in 2000, has visited some 7,000 schools across the UK to inspire children to play music.

Drumming master class is a big hit with pupils

And the musicians accompanying the five members of Status Quo? In London there were a couple of backing singers, an accordionist, extra drummer and a string section.

Don't miss Status Quo acoustic gig

Club bosses tried to keep a tight lid on the deal, but they were eventually forced to show their hand after leaked details emerged of Status Quo's planned gig.

Quo of the South; PLAY ON DOON, DOON, DEEPER & DOON Legendary rock band announce plan to perform gig at Championship stadium

"Conservatism" is here understood as the political doctrine that the status quo enjoys pride of place and that policies and procedures that involve substantial change from the accepted ways are to be met with skepticism and mistrust.

The case for cautious conservatism

Brocade has awarded UAE IT infrastructure and solutions provider Emitac Enterprise Solutions (EES) with the 'Partner Status Quo Breaker' award.

Emitac scoops Brocade award

Brocade has announced that UAE based IT infrastructure and solutions provider Emitac Enterprise Solutions (EES), has been presented with its 'Partner Status Quo Breaker' award.

Brocade honours Emitac with global award

STATUS Quo guitarist Rick Parfitt plans to make a surprise return to the stage in a week's time after his latest health scare.

Sick Rick 'fitt' Quo star well enough to gig again in 7 days

Let's summarize the tale: the government stepped on the toes of the "global status quo," after which the global status quo pushed the button to bring the government and its leader down.

Decadence of politics

词组	status quo
释义	status quo the status quo The condition or state of affairs as it already exists or operates. Despite their myriad promises, politicians are inevitably more interested in maintaining the status quo, which is more profitable for them and their corporate buddies. See also: quo, status Farlex Dictionary of Idioms. status quo The existing condition or state of affairs, as in We don't want to admit more singers to the chorus; we like the status quo. This term, Latin for "state in which," has been used in English since the early 1800s. See also: quo, status The American Heritage® Dictionary of Idioms by Christine Ammer. the status ˈquo (from Latin) the situation as it is now, or as it was before a recent change: The conservatives are keen to maintain the status quo. See also: quo, status Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary See also: the status quo find out how the land lies see see how the land lies see how the wind blows see how the wind is blowing see which way the wind blows see which way the wind is blowing see, etc. how the land lies spy out the land References in periodicals archive Jeff began touring schools after he left Status Quo and has visited more than 7,000 over the years. Rock star guest snares captive school audience Clearly wanting to make clear that the band is not paying tribute to Status Quo, Coghlan goes on to say: "I don't want to discuss tribute bands because it is not our bag. Rockin' All Over the World The Jokers said: "We are thrilled to be opening for the legendary Status Quo at the Parc Y Scarlets Stadium. Status Quo's last ever full electric tour; PREVIEW: Status Quo at Parc y Scarlets - Saturday, August 27 When and where did you first see Status Quo? I first saw Status Quo at the Liverpool Philharmonic Hall in December 2001. Wirral Rocks Status Quo have sold over 118 million records throughout their illustrious career and have achieved 43 hit albums in the British Albums Chart; more than any other band apart from The Rolling Stones. Quo head for Arena and promise an electric finale; What's On Editor GORDON BARR reveals Status Quo are unplugging their amps after one last tour which includes a gig at the Arena Status Quo, who have announced their last-ever 'electric' gig in Newcastle Status Quo announce farewell full-on Newcastle gig at Metro Radio Arena; Rockers Status Quo are hanging up the amps for the final time with their last ever electric tour which heads to Newcastle at Christmas Thus, when evaluating more restrictive regulations than the status quo, moose hunters should be reluctant to support regulations other than the status quo (Decker et al. Hunter and tourist outfitter preferences for regulating moose hunting in northeastern Ontario Rich, who played with Status Quo for 16 years before leaving the band in 2000, has visited some 7,000 schools across the UK to inspire children to play music. Drumming master class is a big hit with pupils And the musicians accompanying the five members of Status Quo? In London there were a couple of backing singers, an accordionist, extra drummer and a string section. Don't miss Status Quo acoustic gig Club bosses tried to keep a tight lid on the deal, but they were eventually forced to show their hand after leaked details emerged of Status Quo's planned gig. Quo of the South; PLAY ON DOON, DOON, DEEPER & DOON Legendary rock band announce plan to perform gig at Championship stadium "Conservatism" is here understood as the political doctrine that the status quo enjoys pride of place and that policies and procedures that involve substantial change from the accepted ways are to be met with skepticism and mistrust. The case for cautious conservatism Brocade has awarded UAE IT infrastructure and solutions provider Emitac Enterprise Solutions (EES) with the 'Partner Status Quo Breaker' award. Emitac scoops Brocade award Brocade has announced that UAE based IT infrastructure and solutions provider Emitac Enterprise Solutions (EES), has been presented with its 'Partner Status Quo Breaker' award. Brocade honours Emitac with global award STATUS Quo guitarist Rick Parfitt plans to make a surprise return to the stage in a week's time after his latest health scare. Sick Rick 'fitt' Quo star well enough to gig again in 7 days Let's summarize the tale: the government stepped on the toes of the "global status quo," after which the global status quo pushed the button to bring the government and its leader down. Decadence of politics
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