states
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The scientists examined the bacterial membrane to determine the chemical states in which the uranium was present.
From Science Daily ● Aug. 9, 2026
Frequently, when states pass laws barring transgender athletes from competition, the result can feel overwhelmingly personal to those affected, since the number of people excluded in a given state can be counted on your fingers.
From Salon ● Aug. 9, 2026
In other cases reported in US media, cops used Flock to track women who had abortions -- illegal in several US states.
From Barron's ● Aug. 9, 2026
Then there's the added pressure applied by industry and the competing interests of states - whose stake in regulatory controls blurs the lines of accountability and increases bureaucratic hurdles.
From BBC ● Aug. 8, 2026
“Mr. Meyer, I keep finding you here,” a familiar voice states.
From "Wayward Creatures" by Dayna Lorentz
