Palmetto State

American  

noun

1. South Carolina (used as a nickname).

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Example Sentences

Moultrie said he recently asked project leaders to reach out to African American media outlets throughout the Palmetto State to explain how the genetics research project works and to encourage Black people to participate.

From Salon

Palmetto State voters have long been heralded as deciders of presidential primaries — Republican candidates who have won here have gone on to clinch their party’s nomination in 10 of the last 11 presidential cycles.

From New York Times

Here is what to watch in the Palmetto State as votes are tallied Saturday night.

From New York Times

Republican electoral politics have changed dramatically since the last time Haley and Trump each faced other Republican candidates in the Palmetto State.

From Seattle Times

Biden’s victory in the Palmetto State was a foregone conclusion, and his campaign invested significant time there leading up to the primary.

From Los Angeles Times