Arkansas

[ahr-kuhn-saw, ar-kan-zuhs] / ˈɑr kənˌsɔ, ærˈkæn zəs /

NOUN

u.s. state

Synonyms

WEAK

Bear State Bowie State Hot Springs State Ozark country Razorback State Toothpick State Wonder State land of opportunity natural state

Example Sentences

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Arkansas starter Payton Burnham didn’t last long against UCLA’s powerful lineup.

From Los Angeles Times • May 30, 2026

The Arkansas board told ProPublica the law is already clear enough.

From Salon • May 27, 2026

Lockheed Martin and other contractors partnered with Southern Arkansas University Tech to expand apprenticeships and training.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 17, 2026

In recent weeks, Harris has spoken at a fundraiser in South Carolina, a party luncheon in Michigan and a dinner in Arkansas.

From Los Angeles Times • May 10, 2026

It’s no one’s business that he’s on his way to see his childhood best friend and first love, Lena, who’s flown in from Arkansas to see him one last time.

From "They Both Die at the End" by Adam Silvera