United States

[yoo-nahy-tid steyts] / yuˈnaɪ tɪd ˈsteɪts /

NOUN

United States of America

Synonyms

WEAK

America Land of Liberty New World U.S. U.S.A. US US of A USA land of opportunity the States

Example Sentences

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"I don't regret anything," Infantino said when asked about the World Cup being held by the United States.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

The Office of the Director of National Intelligence was established after the 9/11 attacks on the United States to coordinate the activities of US intelligence agencies.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

The tournament then heads north Friday, with Canada facing Bosnia-Herzegovina in Toronto before the United States opens Group D play against Paraguay at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

Millions of people in the United States use a VPN to protect themselves from unwanted surveillance and hackers seeking access to their personal data.

From Salon • Jun. 10, 2026

It has been a few hours now since President Abraham Lincoln swore to “preserve, protect, and defend the United States Constitution.”

From "The Detective's Assistant" by Kate Hannigan