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stating

American  
[stey-ting] / ˈsteɪ tɪŋ /

verb

  1. the present participle of state.

Etymology

Origin of stating

stat(e) ( def. ) + -ing 2 ( def. )

Example Sentences

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Trust administrator Gentle already had been sending letters to potential claimants stating they could be denied unless qualifying evidence was provided within 30 days.

From Salon • Apr. 24, 2026

Screenshots of a post on social media platform X had been doing the rounds for hours, stating midfielder Cole Palmer and striker Joao Pedro would both be missing from the line-up.

From BBC • Apr. 22, 2026

China expressed concern about the seizure, stating it could hinder a peaceful settlement of the conflict.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 20, 2026

Morgan analysts express caution, stating current valuations require investors to ‘dial forward’ to 2028 earnings.

From Barron's • Apr. 16, 2026

They weren’t sure exactly what they were looking for, but Bruno kept stating that a good explorer would know it when he found it.

From "The Boy in the Striped Pajamas" by John Boyne

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