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

Of 10 hospitals with significant labor and delivery wards in Arkansas, only one responded to ProPublica’s questions.

From Salon • May 27, 2026

The Arkansas Medical Board said it is not currently investigating any complaints against the doctors.

From Salon • May 27, 2026

The law change, which went into effect in March in Arkansas, is a contributing factor, alongside capacity constraints such as limited classroom space, he said.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 18, 2026

As we took our seats, I noticed the United States and Arkansas flags displayed in the front of the room.

From "Warriors Don't Cry: A Searing Memoir of the Battle to Integrate Little Rock's Central High" by Melba Pattillo Beals