the more things change, the more they stay the same

谚语

英文释义

谚语
  1. Turbulent changes do not affect reality on a deeper level other than to cement the status quo.
    — Superficial change is not movement, as is indicated by the saying, “the more things change, the more they stay the same.”
  2. A change of heart must accompany experience before lasting change occurs.

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Calque of French plus ça change, plus c'est la même chose.
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