matters of state
Example Sentences
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Her attention was directed instead to matters of state, where she transformed the empire radically.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 17, 2026
As attorney general, the chief legal adviser to the government, Braverman dealt with highly sensitive matters of state.
From BBC • Oct. 21, 2024
State media reports about the decree offered no explanation for the decision by Khamenei, who has final say on all matters of state in Iran.
From Seattle Times • Feb. 5, 2023
The reports about the decree offered no explanation for the decision by Khamenei, who has final say on all matters of state in Iran.
From Washington Times • Feb. 5, 2023
"Up, up! We have matters of state to discuss."
From "A Game of Thrones" by George R.R. Martin
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