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Plural for the particular condition that someone or something is in at a specific time
“What is the state of the business at this present moment?”
Plural for a nation or territory considered as an organized political community under one government
“Where there is no higher authority, as in a world composed only of nation states, the state has to be judge and jury in its own cause.”
Plural for a dirty or untidy condition
“And in isolated towns with dilapidated areas, the state of the restrooms can hit one like a ton of bricks.”
Plural for an agitated or anxious condition
“As soon as the commotion started, he began to move frantically, as if in a state of panic.”
Plural for an organized political community or area
“The governor officially declared the state a disaster area to ensure that aid was delivered immediately.”
Plural for high social status or position
“Nelson's body lay in state in the Painted Hall after the battle of Trafalgar.”
Plural for one's emotional or mental condition
“She would best seek professional help in her current state.”
Plural for the government, civil service, and armed forces
“The power of the state should not be used to curtail individual liberty.”
To make, or to have made, a claim
To establish or stipulate as a previous condition
To utter words using speech
Formally sends out or puts into circulation
“Everyone will have the opportunity to state their views on the matter.”
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