stating
Americanverb
Etymology
Origin of stating
Example Sentences
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President Trump called for an immediate ceasefire between Israel and Iran, stating that peace negotiations are continuing.
From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026
The next day the minister replied, stating it would be inappropriate to discuss the situation.
From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026
The Supreme Court reversed this decision, stating that the lower court acted inappropriately by considering a postconviction DNA test that Whitton never got to challenge and that his jury never got to review.
From Slate • Jun. 2, 2026
Additionally, they forged a letter from their audit committee stating that $250 million in funds were available, when in reality Aspiration had less than $1 million.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 2, 2026
He delivered the report to Roosevelt on November 27, with a covering letter stating that he was forming an engineering team and accelerating all other necessary research.
From "Big Science" by Michael Hiltzik
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