Friday, 12 September 2025

sacred cow

sacred cow

= a belief, custom, or practice that is considered beyond criticism or questioning  (a disapproving connotation)  


In this 100-year-old company, some practices and policies have become sacred cows, even though they are outdated.


Some political policies are considered sacred cows, making it difficult for lawmakers to propose necessary reforms.


In the tech industry, outdated programming languages can become sacred cows, hindering innovation and adaptation to new technologies.


In advertising, some traditional methods like print media have become sacred cows, even as digital marketing proves more effective.



Some synonyms for "sacred cow":

Untouchable

Taboo

Irreproachable


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