stuck in time

Meanings

phrase

in the same state as in the past; not changed
"We can't afford to let this industry get stuck in time."
1970, “Cassidy urges growth for Merchant Marine”, in Translog - Defense Transportation System Bulletin, volume 3, number 6

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