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Discover LudwigThe phrase "a poor state" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used to describe a situation, condition, or quality that is lacking or unsatisfactory.
Example: "The infrastructure in the region is in a poor state, leading to numerous challenges for the residents."
Alternatives: "a bad condition" or "a dire situation".
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Third, Texas is a poor state.
"We're really a poor state," he says.
"The State of Texas is not a poor state.
As a result, the railways were in a poor state.
"I was in a poor state, physically and psychologically.
Reports found the forensics labs in a poor state.
The pilot programme cost $10m, not pocket change in a poor state.
A large country house in a poor state could make for a £40m commitment.
It seems to have been in a poor state of repair and overloaded.
"While IS is a rich terror group, it is a poor state".
WWF said 74% of Europe's assessed fish and shellfish populations were in a poor state.
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