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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He has also dropped out of the California governor's race.

From BBC • Apr. 14, 2026

Harry stepped back from royal duties in 2020 and later relocated to California with Meghan amid a bitter royal family rift.

From Barron's • Apr. 14, 2026

Abandoning a pet is a misdemeanor in California typically punishable by a fine of up to $1,000, up to six months in county jail or both.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 14, 2026

The California Supreme Court determines whether to impose the recommended discipline.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 14, 2026

I text Jade, even though she’s all the way in California, on the off chance that she’s heard from Avery today.

From "Keeping Pace" by Laurie Morrison