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state

[steyt] / steɪt /






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The community does not yet have state funding to connect to nearby Porterville’s city water system.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

Previously, the state could claim only assets that passed through probate.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 10, 2026

In images carried by North Korean state media, the dictator strolled past rows of metal centrifuges and promised to carry out “larger plans” for the country’s nuclear program.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

Apple Sports lets you glance at the state of the tournament in a few seconds and get on with your day.

From Slate • Jun. 10, 2026

He was floating in a halfway state between dreaming and being aware of where he was.

From "Earthquake Terror" by Peg Kehret




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