United States

[yoo-nahy-tid steyts] / yuˈnaɪ tɪd ˈsteɪts /

NOUN

United States of America

Synonyms

WEAK

America Land of Liberty New World U.S. U.S.A. US US of A USA land of opportunity the States

Example Sentences

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Belgium-based Kinepolis will soon operate 13 cinemas across the United States.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

This World Cup will feature a record 48 teams, with 78 of its 104 games in the United States.

From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026

Portugal also had 11 with only Germany, on 12, having more in action in the United States last summer.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

The president of the United States is about to turn 80.

From Slate • Jun. 11, 2026

Daughter Elizabeth married, and stayed in Canada, but the rest of the Foxes returned to Rochester, which was fast becoming one of the largest cities in the United States.

From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock