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State vs. Country: Know the Difference

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By Shumaila Saeed || Published on February 18, 2024
A state is a distinct territory within a country, often with its own government, while a country is a sovereign nation with defined borders and governance.
State vs. Country

Key Differences

A state refers to a specific region within a country, usually with some level of governmental autonomy. It can have its own laws and regulations, distinct from those of the central government. A country, however, is a fully sovereign entity recognized internationally, with complete control over its domestic and foreign policies.
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States often have their own cultural, economic, and political identities within the larger framework of a country. They may possess distinct historical backgrounds or demographic compositions. In contrast, a country represents a larger, unified entity with a single international identity and overarching governance structure.
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In terms of governance, states typically function under the umbrella of a country's constitution and federal laws. They might have their own elected officials and legislative bodies. Conversely, a country is governed by a central government, which has the ultimate authority over national and international affairs.
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While states can be diverse in terms of geography, climate, and resources, they are bound together under the jurisdiction of a single country. A country, encompassing all its states, presents a united front in international relations, trade, and defense.
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Lastly, the concept of a state is more about internal administration and governance within a country. On the other hand, a country encompasses the total geographical area, including all states, and represents the total population, culture, and national identity on a global stage.
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Comparison Chart

Definition

A subdivision within a country with some level of self-governance
A sovereign entity with recognized borders and government
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Governance

Operates under a country's constitution, with its own local government
Governed by a central authority with national and international powers
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International Identity

Does not have international sovereignty
Recognized internationally as a sovereign entity
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Scope

Limited to specific geographic, cultural, and political boundaries within a country
Encompasses all states and territories within its borders
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Representation

Has representation within the larger country's governance structure
Represents its people, culture, and interests on the global stage
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State and Country Definitions

State

A territorial division within a country having its own government.
California is a state known for its diverse economy and landscape.
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Country

A nation with its own government and defined territory.
France is a country famous for its culture and history.
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State

An administrative unit within a federal system.
The state of New York plays a significant role in the American economy.
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Country

A territory with distinct borders and international recognition.
Brazil is a country with diverse ecosystems and the Amazon rainforest.
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State

A political entity with some degree of autonomy.
Each state in Australia has its own parliament and governing rules.
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Country

An independent nation-state.
Italy, as a country, has a rich history dating back to ancient times.
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State

A distinct part of a country with its own governance.
The state of Karnataka is known for its technological hub, Bengaluru.
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Country

A nation or state.
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State

A condition or mode of being, as with regard to circumstances
The office was in a state of confusion.
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Country

The territory of a nation or state; land.
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State

A condition of being in a stage or form, as of structure, growth, or development
The fetal state.
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Country

The people of a nation or state; populace
The whole country will profit from the new economic reforms.
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State

A mental or emotional condition
In a manic state.
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Country

The land of a person's birth or citizenship
Foreign travel is restricted in his country.
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State

(Informal) A condition of excitement or distress
Was in a state over going to the prom.
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Country

A region, territory, or large tract of land distinguishable by features of topography, biology, or culture
Hill country.
Bible country.
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State

Social position or rank.
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Country

An area or expanse outside cities and towns; a rural area
A vacation in the country.
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State

(Physics) The condition of a physical system with regard to phase, form, composition, or structure
Ice is the solid state of water.
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Country

The people of a district who are eligible for jury service.
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State

Ceremony; pomp
Foreign leaders dining in state at the White House.
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Country

A jury.
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State

The supreme public power within a sovereign political entity
The state intervening in the economy.
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Country

(Informal) Country music.
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State

The sphere of supreme civil power within a given polity
Matters of state.
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Country

Of, relating to, or typical of the country
A country road.
Country cooking.
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State

A specific kind of government
The socialist state.
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Country

Of or relating to country music.
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State

A body politic, especially one constituting a nation
The states of Eastern Europe.
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Country

(chiefly British) An area of land; a district, region.
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State

One of the more or less internally autonomous territorial and political units composing a federation under a sovereign government
The 48 contiguous states of the Union.
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Country

A set region of land having particular human occupation or agreed limits, especially inhabited by members of the same race, speakers of the same language etc., or associated with a given person, occupation, species etc.
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State

Of or relating to a body politic or to an internally autonomous territorial or political unit constituting a federation under one government
A monarch dealing with state matters.
The department that handles state security.
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Country

The territory of a nation, especially an independent nation state or formerly independent nation; a political entity asserting ultimate authority over a geographical area; a sovereign state.
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State

Owned and operated by a state
State universities.
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Country

A rural area, as opposed to a town or city; the countryside.
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State

To set forth in words; declare.
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Country

Ellipsis of country music
A country song
A country singer
A country festival
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State

A condition; a set of circumstances applying at any given time.
A state of being
A state of emergency
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Country

(mining) The rock through which a vein runs.
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State

(physics) A complete description of a system, consisting of parameters that determine all properties of the system.
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Country

From or in the countryside or connected with it.
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State

A mess; disorder.
Absolute state
In a state
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Country

Of or connected to country music.
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State

(computing) The stable condition of a processor during a particular clock cycle.
In the fetch state, the address of the next instruction is placed on the address bus.
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Country

Originating in India rather than being imported from Europe or elsewhere.
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State

(computing) The set of all parameters relevant to a computation.
The state here includes a set containing all names seen so far.
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Country

A tract of land; a region; the territory of an independent nation; (as distinguished from any other region, and with a personal pronoun) the region of one's birth, permanent residence, or citizenship.
Return unto thy country, and to thy kindred.
I might have learned this by my last exile,that change of countries cannot change my state.
Many a famous realmAnd country, whereof here needs no account
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State

(computing) The values of all parameters at some point in a computation.
A debugger can show the state of a program at any breakpoint.
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Country

Rural regions, as opposed to a city or town.
As they walked, on their way into the country.
God made the covatry, and man made the town.
Only very great men were in the habit of dividing the year between town and country.
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State

(sciences) The physical property of matter as solid, liquid, gas or plasma.
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Country

The inhabitants or people of a state or a region; the populace; the public. Hence: (a) One's constituents. (b) The whole body of the electors of state; as, to dissolve Parliament and appeal to the country.
All the country in a general voiceCried hate upon him.
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State

(obsolete) Highest and stationary condition, as that of maturity between growth and decline, or as that of crisis between the increase and the abating of a disease; height; acme.
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Country

A jury, as representing the citizens of a country.
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State

High social standing or circumstance.
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Country

The rock through which a vein runs.
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State

Pomp, ceremony, or dignity.
In state
The President's body will lie in state at the Capitol.
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Country

Pertaining to the regions remote from a city; rural; rustic; as, a country life; a country town; the country party, as opposed to city.
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State

Rank; condition; quality.
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Country

Destitute of refinement; rude; unpolished; rustic; not urbane; as, country manners.
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State

Condition of prosperity or grandeur; wealthy or prosperous circumstances; social importance.
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Country

Pertaining, or peculiar, to one's own country.
She, bowing herself towards him, laughing the cruel tyrant to scorn, spake in her country language.
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State

A chair with a canopy above it, often standing on a dais; a seat of dignity; also, the canopy itself.
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Country

The territory occupied by a nation;
He returned to the land of his birth
He visited several European countries
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State

(obsolete) A great person, a dignitary; a lord or prince.
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Country

A politically organized body of people under a single government;
The state has elected a new president
African nations
Students who had come to the nation's capitol
The country's largest manufacturer
An industrialized land
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State

(obsolete) Estate, possession.
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Country

The people who live in a nation or country;
A statement that sums up the nation's mood
The news was announced to the nation
The whole country worshipped him
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State

A polity.
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Country

An area outside of cities and towns;
His poetry celebrated the slower pace of life in the country
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State

Any sovereign polity; a national or city-state government.
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Country

A particular geographical region of indefinite boundary (usually serving some special purpose or distinguished by its people or culture or geography);
It was a mountainous area
Bible country
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State

A political division of a federation retaining a notable degree of autonomy, as in the United States, Mexico, Nigeria, or India.
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Country

A political state, especially a sovereign entity.
Japan is a country known for its technological advancements.
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State

(obsolete) A form of government other than a monarchy.
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Country

A geographical area under a single, unified government.
Canada, as a country, is known for its vast landscapes and multicultural cities.
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State

(anthropology) A society larger than a tribe. A society large enough to form a state in the sense of a government.
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State

An element of the range of the random variables that define a random process.
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State

The lexical aspect (aktionsart) of verbs or predicates that do not change over time.
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State

(transitive) To declare to be a fact.
He stated that he was willing to help.
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State

(transitive) To make known.
State your intentions.
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State

(obsolete) Stately.
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State

The circumstances or condition of a being or thing at any given time.
State is a term nearly synonymous with "mode," but of a meaning more extensive, and is not exclusively limited to the mutable and contingent.
Declare the past and present state of things.
Keep the state of the question in your eye.
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State

Rank; condition; quality; as, the state of honor.
Thy honor, state, and seat is due to me.
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State

Condition of prosperity or grandeur; wealthy or prosperous circumstances; social importance.
She instructed him how he should keep state, and yet with a modest sense of his misfortunes.
Can this imperious lord forget to reign,Quit all his state, descend, and serve again?
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State

Appearance of grandeur or dignity; pomp.
Where least of state there most of love is shown.
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State

A chair with a canopy above it, often standing on a dais; a seat of dignity; also, the canopy itself.
His high throne, . . . under stateOf richest texture spread.
When he went to court, he used to kick away the state, and sit down by his prince cheek by jowl.
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State

Estate; possession.
Your state, my lord, again is yours.
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State

A person of high rank.
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State

The principal persons in a government.
The bold designPleased highly those infernal states.
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State

The bodies that constitute the legislature of a country; as, the States-general of Holland.
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State

A form of government which is not monarchial, as a republic.
Well monarchies may own religion's name,But states are atheists in their very fame.
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State

A political body, or body politic; the whole body of people who are united under one government, whatever may be the form of the government; a nation.
Municipal law is a rule of conduct prescribed by the supreme power in a state.
The Puritans in the reign of Mary, driven from their homes, sought an asylum in Geneva, where they found a state without a king, and a church without a bishop.
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State

In the United States, one of the commonwealths, or bodies politic, the people of which make up the body of the nation, and which, under the national constitution, stand in certain specified relations with the national government, and are invested, as commonwealths, with full power in their several spheres over all matters not expressly inhibited.
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State

Highest and stationary condition, as that of maturity between growth and decline, or as that of crisis between the increase and the abating of a disease; height; acme.
I do not, brother,Infer as if I thought my sister's stateSecure without all doubt or controversy.
We hoped to enjoy with ease what, in our situation, might be called the luxuries of life.
And, O, what man's condition can be worseThan his whom plenty starves and blessings curse?
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State

A statement; also, a document containing a statement.
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State

Stately.
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State

Belonging to the state, or body politic; public.
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State

To set; to settle; to establish.
I myself, though meanest stated,And in court now almost hated.
Who calls the council, states the certain day.
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State

To express the particulars of; to set down in detail or in gross; to represent fully in words; to narrate; to recite; as, to state the facts of a case, one's opinion, etc.
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State

The group of people comprising the government of a sovereign state;
The state has lowered its income tax
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State

The territory occupied by one of the constituent administrative districts of a nation;
His state is in the deep south
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State

A politically organized body of people under a single government;
The state has elected a new president
African nations
Students who had come to the nation's capitol
The country's largest manufacturer
An industrialized land
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State

The way something is with respect to its main attributes;
The current state of knowledge
His state of health
In a weak financial state
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State

The federal department in the UnitedStates that sets and maintains foreign policies;
The Department of State was created in 1789
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State

The territory occupied by a nation;
He returned to the land of his birth
He visited several European countries
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State

A state of depression or agitation;
He was in such a state you just couldn't reason with him
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State

(chemistry) the three traditional states of matter are solids (fixed shape and volume) and liquids (fixed volume and shaped by the container) and gases (filling the container);
The solid state of water is called ice
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State

Express in words;
He said that he wanted to marry her
Tell me what is bothering you
State your opinion
State your name
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State

Put before;
I submit to you that the accused is guilty
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State

Indicate through a symbol, formula, etc.;
Can you express this distance in kilometers?
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State

A region governed as part of a larger political entity.
Texas, as a state, has unique laws differing from other U.S. states.
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Repeatedly Asked Queries

Are states independent from the country?

No, states are not independent; they function as part of a larger country.
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How is a country different from a state?

A country is a sovereign entity with its own government, whereas a state is a subdivision within a country.
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What defines a state?

A state is a specific region within a country, often having some level of self-governance.
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What is the role of a country's government?

It governs the entire country, including all its states, and manages national and international affairs.
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Is a state recognized internationally?

No, states are not recognized internationally as sovereign entities like countries.
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How do states contribute to a country's identity?

States add to the cultural, economic, and political diversity within a country.
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Can a state have its own laws?

Yes, states often have their own laws and regulations, under the country's constitution.
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Do states have their own constitutions?

Some states may have their own constitutions, but these are subject to the country's constitution.
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Does a country have international sovereignty?

Yes, countries are recognized as sovereign entities on the international stage.
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Can a state conduct its own foreign policy?

No, foreign policy is typically managed by the country's central government.
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What are the diplomatic powers of a country?

A country can engage in diplomacy, form alliances, and sign treaties.
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How does a country maintain its sovereignty?

Through its government, military, and adherence to international laws and agreements.
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Can a state have its own educational system?

Yes, states often control their own educational systems, though within the framework of national standards.
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Is a country responsible for all its states?

Yes, a country is responsible for governance, defense, and international representation of all its states.
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Who has the ultimate authority in a country?

The central government of a country has the ultimate authority.
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Can a state secede from a country?

Secession is a complex legal and political process and varies based on the country's laws.
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How are state governments formed?

State governments are usually elected by the residents of the state, in accordance with the country's laws.
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What is the international role of a country?

A country represents its people, culture, and interests globally.
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What makes a country sovereign?

Its independent government, recognized borders, and ability to conduct foreign relations make it sovereign.
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Do states have their own flags?

Many states have their own flags, symbols of their regional identity within the country.
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Hydroscopic vs. HygroscopicHydroscopic vs. Hygroscopic
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February 14, 2024
Hydroscopic is a common misnomer, often incorrectly used in place of hygroscopic. Hygroscopic refers to substances that absorb moisture from the air.
Pulley vs. SheavePulley vs. Sheave
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April 4, 2024
A pulley is a wheel on an axle designed to support movement and change of direction of a taut cable, while a sheave is the wheel part of a pulley system that specifically interacts with the cable.
Natural Rubber vs. Synthetic RubberNatural Rubber vs. Synthetic Rubber
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March 8, 2024
Natural rubber, derived from the latex of rubber trees, offers elasticity and resistance to abrasion, while synthetic rubber, produced from petroleum byproducts, provides enhanced chemical and temperature resistance.
Polo Ralph Lauren vs. US Polo AssnPolo Ralph Lauren vs. US Polo Assn
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January 21, 2024
Polo Ralph Lauren is a premium fashion brand known for luxury clothing, while US Polo Assn is the official brand of the United States Polo Association, focused on affordable casual wear.
Stuck vs. StockStuck vs. Stock
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June 18, 2024
"Stuck" refers to being unable to move or progress, while "stock" primarily denotes inventory or shares in a company, highlighting distinct usage contexts.
Inox vs. Stainless SteelInox vs. Stainless Steel
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January 10, 2024
Inox is a synonym for stainless steel, used mainly in Europe, while stainless steel is a corrosion-resistant alloy containing chromium.
Coke vs. PepsiCoke vs. Pepsi
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January 12, 2024
Coke and Pepsi are iconic cola beverages with distinct flavors; Coke has a sharper, vanilla-tinged taste, while Pepsi is sweeter with a citrusy flavor.
Broadsheet vs. TabloidBroadsheet vs. Tabloid
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November 2, 2024
Broadsheet is a large-format newspaper focusing on serious content; Tabloid is a smaller, sensational news-focused paper.
Guilty vs. LiableGuilty vs. Liable
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January 7, 2024
Being guilty implies responsibility for committing a crime or wrongdoing, while being liable denotes legal responsibility or obligation, often in a civil context.
Pycharm Community vs. Pycharm ProPycharm Community vs. Pycharm Pro
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February 4, 2024
PyCharm Community is a free, open-source IDE for Python development, while PyCharm Pro is a paid version with additional advanced features like web development support and database tools.
Catholic Bible vs. NIV BibleCatholic Bible vs. NIV Bible
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February 11, 2024
The Catholic Bible includes additional books in the Old Testament not found in the NIV Bible; the NIV is a modern English translation.
Ammonium Sulfate vs. UreaAmmonium Sulfate vs. Urea
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December 25, 2023
Ammonium Sulfate is an inorganic salt used as a fertilizer, while Urea is an organic compound used in agriculture and industry.
TPU vs. PUTPU vs. PU
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April 26, 2024
TPU is a type of thermoplastic elastomer with high elasticity and durability, while PU, or polyurethane, is versatile with varying hardness and used in multiple applications.
.380 vs. .38 Special.380 vs. .38 Special
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April 20, 2024
The .380 is a short-range pistol cartridge with less recoil, while the .38 Special is a longer, more powerful revolver cartridge suitable for diverse uses.
Single User Operating System vs. Multi User Operating SystemSingle User Operating System vs. Multi User Operating System
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January 24, 2024
A Single User Operating System supports one user at a time, whereas a Multi User Operating System allows multiple users to operate simultaneously.
Garbanzo Beans vs. Cannellini BeansGarbanzo Beans vs. Cannellini Beans
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December 25, 2023
Garbanzo beans are round, beige legumes with a nutty taste, while cannellini beans are larger, white kidney beans with a milder flavor.
Department vs. DivisionDepartment vs. Division
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February 22, 2024
A department is a specialized unit within an organization focusing on a specific function or task, while a division is a larger segment of a company, often based on product lines, customer types, or geographical areas.
Ivory vs. LinenIvory vs. Linen
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March 6, 2024
Ivory refers to a shade of white with a slight yellowish or creamy hue, often associated with the material from elephant tusks, while linen is a textile made from flax fibers, known for its durability, coolness, and breathability.
Double Room vs. Twin RoomDouble Room vs. Twin Room
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October 16, 2024
A double room features one large bed for two people, focusing on couples or close pairs, while a twin room has two separate single beds, catering to friends or colleagues.
HAWB vs. MAWBHAWB vs. MAWB
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November 2, 2024
HAWB (House Air Waybill) is issued by freight forwarders for individual shipments, while MAWB (Master Air Waybill) is issued by airlines for multiple shipments consolidated by those forwarders.
Grand Opening vs. Soft OpeningGrand Opening vs. Soft Opening
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December 25, 2023
A Grand Opening is a highly publicized and celebratory launch of a business or venue, while a Soft Opening is a more subdued trial opening, often with limited services or a smaller audience.
Gorilla Glass vs. Panda GlassGorilla Glass vs. Panda Glass
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January 5, 2024
Gorilla Glass is a highly durable, scratch-resistant glass used in electronic devices, while Panda Glass is a similar protective glass known for its high transparency and toughness.
Conflict vs. DisputeConflict vs. Dispute
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December 25, 2023
Conflict is a serious disagreement or argument, often a prolonged one; a dispute is a disagreement or argument, but typically less severe and often more focused on a specific issue.
Frost vs. SnowFrost vs. Snow
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November 4, 2024
Frost forms from water vapor turning solid on surfaces near the ground when temperatures drop, while snow forms in clouds and falls as precipitation. Frost decorates surfaces, snow accumulates.

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