Coups d'État are attempts to overthrow the current government.

The coup d'État overthrew the government in power.

The raison d'État sometimes justifies controversial actions.

State reasons sometimes justify controversial actions.

The chief of state delivered an important speech today.

The heads of state gather to discuss global affairs.

The state secret has been well kept by the government.

The state secret must be protected at all costs.

This statesman has brought important reforms to the country.

She is a remarkable female stateswoman.