statehood

[steyt-hood]

noun

1. the status or condition of being a state, especially a state of the U.S.

Word History and Origins

Origin of statehood¹

An Americanism dating back to 1865–70; state + -hood

Example Sentences

The deaths of more than 67,000 Palestinians in Gaza, according to local authorities, have revived global calls for Palestinian statehood and put Israel at odds with a solidifying international consensus.

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It also says that once the plan is complete there may be a "credible pathway to Palestinian self-determination and statehood".

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After the Ramallah-based Palestinian Authority completes reforms, according to the document, “conditions may finally be in place for a credible pathway to Palestinian self-determination and statehood.”

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Some have claimed he should have made a stronger case for Palestinian statehood, focusing instead on economic development.

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And he welcomed the latest US-backed plan for peace in Gaza - and a got a big cheer for his recent decision to recognise Palestinian statehood.

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