the States
Example Sentences
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After graduating from New York University with a master’s degree in computer science, he had to work in the field in order to stay in the States.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026
"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
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
Asked about the first weekend at Coachella, one of her biggest opportunities in the States so far, she’s ambivalent.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 15, 2026
Soon the sun will set and night will fall swiftly, no lingering dusk as in the States.
From "How the García Girls Lost Their Accents" by Julia Alvarez
