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as in nation
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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2
as in dignity
high position within society
Sir Thomas More was accorded an execution befitting his state: a beheading and not the hanging that common criminals received
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1
as in to say
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 to utter
to express (a thought or emotion) in words
"I believe this theory is wrong," she stated
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as in to voice
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 state
Sophia Valchine, Freep.com, 24 July 2025
So many state legislators and members of Congress turned up Saturday that they were split into multiple groups to view the facility.
—Jennifer Peltz, Los Angeles Times, 12 July 2025
Brad Templeton, Forbes.com, 25 July 2025
In a statement, the Class I railroads stated that there are no guarantees as to whether an agreement for a transaction will be reached.
—Glenn Taylor, Sourcing Journal, 25 July 2025
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Noun
Its acceptance of vinyl chloride waste from the 2023 East Palestine, Ohio, train derailment led to protests from local, state and federal officials.
—Sophia Valchine, Freep.com, 24 July 2025
So many state legislators and members of Congress turned up Saturday that they were split into multiple groups to view the facility.
—Jennifer Peltz, Los Angeles Times, 12 July 2025
Verb
In the call, Tesla stated that its robotaxis have now driven about 7,000 miles in Austin.
—Brad Templeton, Forbes.com, 25 July 2025
In a statement, the Class I railroads stated that there are no guarantees as to whether an agreement for a transaction will be reached.
—Glenn Taylor, Sourcing Journal, 25 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for state
Noun
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At the end of Trump’s second term, perhaps the incoming president, whether a Republican or Democrat, might then be able to chip away at our subsidies and tariffs in coordination with the rest of world, find a path forward that works sufficiently well enough for all nations.—
Ken Roberts,
Forbes.com,
19 July 2025
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In a dramatic and high-stakes diplomatic maneuver, the United States and Venezuela have completed a sweeping prisoner exchange that could mark the beginning of a thaw in years of political hostility between the two nations.—
Antonio Maria Delgado,
Miami Herald,
18 July 2025
Noun
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Our communities should not have to rely on court orders to be treated with dignity.—
Jacqueline Charles,
Miami Herald,
19 July 2025
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This religious minority known for its dignity, neutrality, resiliency, and peaceful resistance is now being targeted by Jihadi militias supported by the Syrian regime, with tanks artillery, and heavy weapons.—
Sawsan Natour-Hasson,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 July 2025
Verb
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The consistency of officiating has been a topic players and coaches have been discussing a lot this season, and Engelbert said the league is aware and will evaluate it.—
Doug Feinberg,
Chicago Tribune,
20 July 2025
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Ogwumike said during Thursday’s CBA media availability that the league did pose ideas regarding extending the season.—
Ben Pickman,
New York Times,
20 July 2025
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Wearing a light-colored button-down shirt and dark pants, Morales only uttered a few words in response to questions from Murphy during the proceeding.—
Justin Muszynski,
Hartford Courant,
14 July 2025
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The vast majority of my friends, both in and out of business, refuse to allow even a sentence uttered, maybe not even a word, that is positive about President Donald Trump.—
Jim Cramer,
CNBC,
13 July 2025
Verb
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In Wednesday’s discussion, though, Musk voiced optimistic projections for rapid increases in robotaxi service.—
Karoline Leonard,
Austin American Statesman,
25 July 2025
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During their victim impact statements, the parents of victim Kaylee Goncalves voiced their anger at the 30-year-old Kohberger.—
Sally Krutzig,
Idaho Statesman,
24 July 2025
Noun
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Besides the Cousins' Buechel neighborhood home, Moore and his local crew shot at the former D. Nalley's diner in Old Louisville and Powder Keg Fireworks in Jeffersonville, Indiana, as well as various country roads and a lake in Southern Indiana.—
Kirby Adams,
The Courier-Journal,
22 July 2025
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Brussels has exempted defense expenditure from its strict rules on government spending and pledged to create a €150 billion fund from which countries can borrow, at favorable interest rates, to invest in their defense.—
Anna Cooban,
CNN Money,
21 July 2025
Noun
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Josh Hader and Emmanuel Clase rank fifth and sixth among all active relievers in saves (at 226 and 181, respectively) — with historic dominance to go with them.—
Jayson Stark,
New York Times,
24 July 2025
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According to Deadline Hollywood, Mandi will play Naomi Kerr, a former solider and military contractor who joins the ranks of the Chicago police force.—
Ryan Coleman Published,
EW.com,
23 July 2025
Verb
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Cho, Hong, and Yoo have all expressed serious interest in returning for a sequel.—
Allison DeGrushe Published,
EW.com,
15 July 2025
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Republican House lawmakers have previously expressed a lack of support regarding the dismantling of the department.—
Chad de Guzman,
Time,
15 July 2025
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“State.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/state. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.
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