as in countries
a body of people composed of one or more nationalities usually with its own territory and government
the British monarch is the head of state, while the prime minister is the head of the government
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as in says
to convey in appropriate or telling terms
please state the vehicle's mechanical problem as clearly and briefly as possible
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as in tells
to express (a thought or emotion) in words
"I believe this theory is wrong," she stated
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as in voices
to make known (as an idea, emotion, or opinion)
everyone has a right to state his or her opinion, no matter how unpopular it may be
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Recent Examples of states
Andrew Destin, Arkansas Online, 10 Jan. 2026
Jessica Ranucci, a lawyer in the New York Attorney General’s office, said in the Friday hearing, which was conducted by telephone, that at least four of the states had already had money delayed after requesting it.
—Geoff Mulvihill, Twin Cities, 10 Jan. 2026
The products were distributed in 31 states, including Texas, California and New York and Puerto Rico, according to the FDA.
—Charlotte Phillipp, PEOPLE, 10 Jan. 2026
The states — California, Colorado, Minnesota, Illinois and New York — called the move an unconstitutional abuse of power.
—CBS News, 9 Jan. 2026
Those who willingly submit a false report may be subject to fees associated with the investigation, the law states.
—Lily Kepner, Austin American Statesman, 9 Jan. 2026
Nineteen thousand resident white loyalists also supplemented British troops, as did at least eight thousand Irishmen and more than thirty thousand soldiers loaned to the king by princes in the German states.
—Literary Hub, 7 Nov. 2025
Only about a dozen states currently cover these obesity drugs for low-income Americans insured through Medicaid.
—Nicholas Florko, The Atlantic, 7 Nov. 2025
Dozens of states have also freed up funds to support food banks or supplement the loss of SNAP benefits.
—Aria Bendix, NBC news, 6 Nov. 2025
Jackie Charniga, USA Today, 10 Jan. 2026
Euronews states applicants also need to show proof of health insurance that covers them in Bulgaria and is valid throughout the Schengen Zone.
—Celia Fernandez, CNBC, 10 Jan. 2026
Both dogs also had hookworms, the report states.
—David Goodhue, Miami Herald, 9 Jan. 2026
Venezuela's constitution states that the nation owns all mineral and hydrocarbon deposits — its oil and natural gas reserves — within its own territory, including those that lie beneath the country's seabed.
—Aimee Picchi, CBS News, 9 Jan. 2026
As reported in October, Cignetti’s new contract included a clause that states if the Hoosiers make a CFP semifinal during the contract, Indiana is required to make a good-faith review and negotiation of Cignetti’s salary into the top three in college football, within 120 days of the game.
—Chris Vannini, New York Times, 9 Jan. 2026
Article 5 of the NATO Treaty states that the alliance considers an attack on one to be an assault on all.
—Stylecaster Editors, StyleCaster, 9 Jan. 2026
In a January 2025 report from Puck, which cited multiple sources, the settlement reportedly states that the Chandlers are not to be mentioned or dramatized in any film about Michael.
—Randall Colburn, Entertainment Weekly, 7 Nov. 2025
The United Airlines website states that customers can also reschedule their trip for free, during this time.
—Haadiza Ogwude, Cincinnati Enquirer, 7 Nov. 2025
Noun
Could states start taxing athlete NIL earnings?
—Andrew Destin, Arkansas Online, 10 Jan. 2026
Jessica Ranucci, a lawyer in the New York Attorney General’s office, said in the Friday hearing, which was conducted by telephone, that at least four of the states had already had money delayed after requesting it.
—Geoff Mulvihill, Twin Cities, 10 Jan. 2026
The products were distributed in 31 states, including Texas, California and New York and Puerto Rico, according to the FDA.
—Charlotte Phillipp, PEOPLE, 10 Jan. 2026
The states — California, Colorado, Minnesota, Illinois and New York — called the move an unconstitutional abuse of power.
—CBS News, 9 Jan. 2026
Those who willingly submit a false report may be subject to fees associated with the investigation, the law states.
—Lily Kepner, Austin American Statesman, 9 Jan. 2026
Nineteen thousand resident white loyalists also supplemented British troops, as did at least eight thousand Irishmen and more than thirty thousand soldiers loaned to the king by princes in the German states.
—Literary Hub, 7 Nov. 2025
Only about a dozen states currently cover these obesity drugs for low-income Americans insured through Medicaid.
—Nicholas Florko, The Atlantic, 7 Nov. 2025
Dozens of states have also freed up funds to support food banks or supplement the loss of SNAP benefits.
—Aria Bendix, NBC news, 6 Nov. 2025
Verb
Michigan law states that everyone except adults in the back seat of a vehicle must be buckled.
—Jackie Charniga, USA Today, 10 Jan. 2026
Euronews states applicants also need to show proof of health insurance that covers them in Bulgaria and is valid throughout the Schengen Zone.
—Celia Fernandez, CNBC, 10 Jan. 2026
Both dogs also had hookworms, the report states.
—David Goodhue, Miami Herald, 9 Jan. 2026
Venezuela's constitution states that the nation owns all mineral and hydrocarbon deposits — its oil and natural gas reserves — within its own territory, including those that lie beneath the country's seabed.
—Aimee Picchi, CBS News, 9 Jan. 2026
As reported in October, Cignetti’s new contract included a clause that states if the Hoosiers make a CFP semifinal during the contract, Indiana is required to make a good-faith review and negotiation of Cignetti’s salary into the top three in college football, within 120 days of the game.
—Chris Vannini, New York Times, 9 Jan. 2026
Article 5 of the NATO Treaty states that the alliance considers an attack on one to be an assault on all.
—Stylecaster Editors, StyleCaster, 9 Jan. 2026
In a January 2025 report from Puck, which cited multiple sources, the settlement reportedly states that the Chandlers are not to be mentioned or dramatized in any film about Michael.
—Randall Colburn, Entertainment Weekly, 7 Nov. 2025
The United Airlines website states that customers can also reschedule their trip for free, during this time.
—Haadiza Ogwude, Cincinnati Enquirer, 7 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for states
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In Europe, where Panattoni has operated for around 20 years, the platform spans 15 countries through 36 offices and has been the region's largest developer for eight consecutive years.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
8 Jan. 2026
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Decent countries should sanction us economically, and our leaders should be charged as war criminals and have their assets frozen.—
Elie Mystal,
Washington Post,
7 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Boals Moeller says the recent AI breakthrough is no different.—
Emma Burleigh,
Fortune,
9 Nov. 2025
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People with a nonfunctioning ANGPTL3 gene — which Natarajan says applies to about 1 in 250 people in the US — have lifelong levels of low LDL cholesterol and triglycerides without any apparent negative consequences.—
Sandee LaMotte,
CNN Money,
8 Nov. 2025
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Rose tells Shaw that her community is concerned about sacred remains being disturbed.—
Louis Peitzman,
Vulture,
10 Nov. 2025
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In this intimate portrait of life during the exhilarating early days of the women’s liberation movement in Scandinavia in the 1970s, Pernille Ipsen tells the stories of the seven women who raised her, who were all part of the women’s movement in Denmark.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
10 Nov. 2025
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Community member voices opposition, but withdraws Caryl Auslander, a lobbyist who said she's known Zay for several years, offered another option for state sandwich.—
Katie Wiseman,
IndyStar,
8 Jan. 2026
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Putting more wind in the film’s sails, Domhnall Gleeson (The Paper), who voices the film, has officially come on as an exec producer.—
Stewart Clarke,
Deadline,
6 Jan. 2026
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Its concept has drawn scorn from European partner nations and recent objection from some GOP members in Congress.—
Kevin Fixler
January 10,
Idaho Statesman,
10 Jan. 2026
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Long-term projections suggest demographic tipping points in major cities and even nations, altering cultural landscapes and potentially alliance dynamics.—
Daniel Ross Goodman,
The Washington Examiner,
9 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Sam is a happy, 13-year-old who expresses himself through play.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
7 Jan. 2026
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At the 2026 Critics Choice Awards in Los Angeles, Timothée Chalamet expresses his love and appreciation for girlfriend Kylie Jenner in his Best Actor acceptance speech.—
Katie Hill,
PEOPLE,
5 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Falduto utters the words as his character Billy to Dewey, playing the opinionated student who becomes the stylist for the band.—
Kevin Jacobsen,
Entertainment Weekly,
30 Dec. 2025
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The first words Mariah Carey utters on her 16th studio album are quintessential diva.—
Melissa Ruggieri,
USA Today,
23 Sep. 2025
Verb
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That gives the car a one-to-one power-to-weight ratio, a figure usually reserved for modern hypercars.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
8 Jan. 2026
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Using music for change, a pair of winners gives children a voice through songwriting.—
Sharon Chin,
CBS News,
8 Jan. 2026
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“States.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/states. Accessed 11 Jan. 2026.
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