status quo
US /ˌsteɪ.təs ˈkwoʊ/
UK /ˌsteɪ.təs ˈkwoʊ/
名词
1.
现状
the existing state of affairs, especially regarding social or political issues
示例:
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Certain people always want to maintain the status quo because it benefits them.
某些人总是想维持现状，因为这对他们有利。
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The new law challenges the status quo of the industry.
新法律挑战了该行业的现状。
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