California

[kal-uh-fawrn-yuh, -fawr-nee-uh] / ˌkæl əˈfɔrn yə, -ˈfɔr ni ə /

NOUN

u.s. state

Synonyms

WEAK

Bear Flag State Cal El Dorado Gold Coast Gold Rush State Golden Bear State Golden Poppy State Golden State La La Land Sunkist State

Example Sentences

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It’s thought that the dwelling initially served as Hoult’s primary California base—and he purchased it just a few weeks before welcoming his first child with wife Bryana Holly.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 11, 2026

But the California company now faces a battle for survival amid intensifying competition, questionable demand for electronics and rising material costs.

From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026

If the insect was left unchecked, the disease could cost the California wine industry $166 million annually, California Department of Food and Agriculture officials said in an email.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

Known as the "California effect", legal and policy changes enacted in the state tend to lead to nationwide changes.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

Regina had moved back to California from Nicaragua after having dizzy spells, a result of heart problems.

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady