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Centennial State

American  

noun

  1. Colorado (used as a nickname).


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Mr. Kelly has rounded up 31 other Democrats to support his repeal bill, including Colorado Sen. Michael Bennet, who is running for Governor of the Centennial State.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

Suddenly it’s cool to be at Colorado, and with Coach Prime’s arrival, the Buffs have swiped the buzz that the Broncos have owned in the Centennial State for decades.

From Seattle Times • Dec. 6, 2022

"The Pioneer Woman" star, 52, and her spouse of 24 years, also 52, took time away from their busy lives to reconnect in the Centennial State.

From Fox News • Jul. 23, 2021

Month after month of an expanding economy has resulted in some pretty good times for business owners across the Centennial State.

From Washington Times • May 12, 2018

Its constitution, however, was not ratified by the people until July 1, 1876; whence it is known as the "Centennial State."

From A Brief History of the United States by Barnes & Co.