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states
/steɪts/
As a verb, this word carries a weight of formality and authority. It is not merely 'saying' something; it implies an official record or a definitive declaration. You will find it most often in legal documents, academic papers, and formal announcements where precision is mandatory. When used as a noun for political entities, it suggests a level of semi-autonomy within a larger federation. It evokes the image of borders, governance, and legislative power. In the context of physical or emotional conditions, it describes a snapshot of existence. Unlike 'mood' or 'phase', 'state' often refers to a structural or chemical condition (like liquid vs solid) or a comprehensive psychological status.
💬Trò chuyện
The memo clearly states you need to be in this sync. Where are you?
My bad, totally blanked on it. I'll swing by in a sec.
Ý nghĩa
The organized political communities under one central government, such as the fifty states of the US.
"The United States consists of fifty individual states."
The particular conditions that someone or something is in at a specific time.
"The water exists in three different states: solid, liquid, and gas."
To express something definitely or clearly in speech or writing.
"The contract clearly states that the rent is due on the first of the month."
Ví dụ
The law clearly states you can't park here, sir!
Wait, the contract states I get a bonus this month?
I've lived in three different states and hated them all.
My mind is in several different states right now, honestly.
She just states the obvious like it's some huge secret.
The manual states that this light means a total failure.
Which of the fifty states are you actually from?
Water exists in three different states, as we all know.
The email states the meeting is at noon, not ten.
He's in one of those strange mental states again.