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  • present participle of state.
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stating

[stey-ting] / ˈsteɪ tɪŋ /
ADJECTIVE
quoting
Synonyms




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This week, veteran National Public Radio reporter Nina Totenberg briefly published a story stating that Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito was retiring.

From Slate • Jul. 2, 2026

And despite the rules stating that a challenge from behind with studs-on-calf contact and a level of force should be a red card — no card was administered.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 2, 2026

He blunders on Warren Buffett, stating that his company, Berkshire Hathaway, hasn’t made a garment “in over fifty years,” but the company only closed its textile operations 41 years ago.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 1, 2026

Tuchel has been firm in stating his system and approach will largely look the same throughout the tournament but on Saturday we saw subtle tweaks, with injuries in the squad.

From BBC • Jun. 28, 2026

“Eleadmistress won’t like it,” said Bronwyn, stating the obvious.

From "Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children" by Ransom Riggs




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