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Discover LudwigThe phrase "city state" is correct and commonly used in written English.
It refers to a sovereign state that consists of a single city and its surrounding territory. One example of using "city state" in a sentence could be: "Singapore is a thriving city state known for its efficient transportation system and diverse cultural influences."
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city state
noun
A sovereign city, as in Ancient Greece, often part of a league of such cities.
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Splendid to be a city state.
City, state or city, country.
Brussels as Singapore-like city state?
The money comes from city, state, federal and private sources.
Valley City State, meanwhile, was desperate to play anybody.
City, state and federal governments are providing $12 million.
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Or as a city-state, perhaps?
Singapore is a thriving city-state.
Voting is compulsory in the city-state.
Polis, plural Poleis, ancient Greek city-state.
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