state
Example Sentences
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The Cuban state has received no oil shipments since January 9, forcing airlines to curtail or suspend flights to the island and deepening a long-running economic crisis.
From Barron's
"We are in a state of survival mode."
From Barron's
“It is a sad commentary when a strike in two states can knock that last leg out.”
From Barron's
Gulf states are much more vulnerable than Israel to Iranian short range missiles and drones, which can reach them in minutes.
On Friday, state and local officials held a groundbreaking ceremony for the Los Angeles County Care Community, which will open over the next few years in six now-vacant buildings at the state hospital.
From Los Angeles Times
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