The status quo
What's the meaning of the phrase 'The status quo'?
The existing and normal condition.
What's the origin of the phrase 'The status quo'?
From the Latin; literally 'the state in which'.
See also - Latin Phrases in English.
The existing and normal condition.
From the Latin; literally 'the state in which'.
See also - Latin Phrases in English.
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