statewide

American

[steyt-wahyd] / ˈsteɪtˈwaɪd /

adjective

extending throughout all parts of a state in the U.S..

a statewide search.

adverb

throughout a state.

It was applauded statewide.

Etymology

Origin of statewide

An Americanism dating back to 1910–15; state + -wide

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statewide

I’m a historian of social policy who led the first comprehensive historical overview of Medi-Cal, California’s statewide Medicaid system.

From Salon ● Aug. 5, 2026

Washington Gov. Bob Ferguson declared a statewide wildfire emergency Saturday as the state contends with ongoing drought.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 4, 2026

Governor Ferguson has issued a statewide ban on all outdoor fires.

From BBC ● Aug. 4, 2026

Both hold statewide office; Bonta is running for reelection this year and Newsom is widely expected to run for president in 2028.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 31, 2026

She made it all the way to the statewide Miss Teen Blue Bonnet Pageant, and came in as second runner-up.

From "Dumplin'" by Julie Murphy

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