Status Quo
/ˈsteɪtəs ˈkwoʊ/
Definitions
- (n.) The existing state or condition of affairs, especially regarding legal rights or situations.
The court aimed to maintain the status quo until a final decision was made.
- (n.) A legal principle or injunction preserving current conditions to prevent harm before litigation resolves the issues.
The injunction was issued to preserve the status quo and avoid irreparable damage.
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Commentary
Often used in legal disputes where maintaining existing conditions prevents harm or preserves fairness pending final adjudication.
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