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Carson City

American  

noun

  1. a town in and the capital of Nevada, in the W part.


Carson City British  
/ ˈkɑːsən /

noun

  1. a city in W Nevada, capital of the state. Pop: 55 311 (2003 est)

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

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The Carson City to Canada Quest, which is taking applications until May 31, is intended for experienced hikers only.

From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 15, 2024

The new trail boasts rugged, forested landscape, steep rocks, and beautiful views of Carson City and neighboring Washoe Valley.

From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 15, 2024

Now Sanchez has been making this case locally and beyond for four years, even taking a long diesel bus ride to the state capital, Carson City, to plead for funding from the legislature.

From Seattle Times ● Feb. 24, 2024

The cities remain rivals, especially when they battle for funding in the state capital, Carson City, 30 minutes south of Reno.

From New York Times ● Feb. 12, 2024

The boy next to Ishmael, a Private Jim Harvey from Carson City, Nevada, swore softly under his breath twice, then leaned in against the net.

From "Snow Falling on Cedars: A Novel" by David Guterson

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