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Pelican State

American  

noun

  1. Louisiana (used as a nickname).


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After his visit to Baton Rouge — and later, New Orleans — Barnes reflected on The Pelican State, a place that he said "felt like a vacation" every day.

From Fox News ● Mar. 11, 2022

COVID-19 has moved quickly across Louisiana, killing hundreds and infecting thousands of all ages and walks of life in the Pelican State.

From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 2, 2020

As of Sunday morning, the Pelican State has seen 837 confirmed cases of coronavirus infection, with 54% of those coming in New Orleans, according to the state Department of Health.

From Washington Times ● Mar. 22, 2020

A statement from the airline quotes Gov. John Bel Edwards saying the plane is a tribute to the Pelican State and a flying ambassador.

From Seattle Times ● Mar. 9, 2018

At present, however, we are but incidentally interested in the short-sightedness of the people of the Pelican State.

From Our Vanishing Wild Life Its Extermination and Preservation by William Temple Hornaday

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