Sentence examples for there were states from inspiring English sources

Before there were states, Daniel's method of resolving major disputes — either violently or by payment of compensation — was the worldwide norm.

"There were states, like Virginia, which had the ban on interracial marriage on the books, and the Supreme Court decision, in the '60s, was not popular everywhere, but it was a step forward," he said.

Besides the top 10, there were states that deserve a mention for making big gains over last year.

In addition there are state schemes for reduced travel fees for special user groups.

Inevitably, there were stated suspicions about her own achievement, too.

Soon there were state-wide censorship laws in Pennsylvania, Ohio, Kansas and Maryland, as well as in New York.

There are states, however, that do not recognize sex changes.

And there are states where no one seems in control.

"There are states in the U.S. where citizens can order tests directly," she said.

Then there are states that have not lost or gained seats.

There are states that do allow it, but that doesn't make it right.