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state

[steyt] / steɪt /






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The agreement requires the Lebanese state to take back control of its territory a little at a time as it disarms and dismantles the militant group.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

The governor has previously explained that difficult decisions must be made as the state could soon face an economic downturn.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

Everything already exists in a fixed, timeless state.

From Science Daily • Jun. 8, 2026

Sen. Alex Padilla, who served as California’s secretary of state before heading to Washington, said the state’s elections are “safe, secure and accessible.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026

He was still weak from the fever, and in no state to start a journey.

From "Wolf Brother" by Michelle Paver




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