the States

Example Sentences

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"Why is it so expensive because it's in the States? It's making us look bad a little bit," said Andrew Pollock, CEO of the Scots American Club.

From Barron's • May 13, 2026

Back in the States several months later I mailed her three pairs of nylon stockings.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 7, 2026

German immigrants, who came to the States and settled in Pennsylvania well into the 18th century, are credited with introducing pretzels — and pretzel culture — to America.

From Salon • Apr. 28, 2026

In February, officials from the States of Guernsey said they were working towards a "March or April debate".

From BBC • Apr. 15, 2026

Mr. Washburn will request a special visa from the foreign ministry to send Lucinda to the States to help out his friend.

From "Before We Were Free" by Julia Alvarez