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Sunshine State

American  

noun

  1. Florida (used as a nickname).


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Scotland fans have arrived in American's Sunshine State in their thousands, braving extremely hot temperatures.

From BBC Jun. 23, 2026

Insurers in Florida had the highest rate of no payouts, affecting more than two in five homeowner claims in 2024, significantly higher than the 34% five-year average for the Sunshine State.

From The Wall Street Journal May 31, 2026

Lindsey Hand, a communications coordinator in New Jersey, used to take Spirit flights as many as 10 times a year to Orlando, Tampa and other Sunshine State destinations.

From The Wall Street Journal May 5, 2026

The citrus families became royal in the Sunshine State.

From Slate Apr. 20, 2026

As she packed, she hummed “You Are My Sunshine” and explained to me, “We’re moving to the Sunshine State to live happily ever after.”

From "Three Little Words: A Memoir" by Ashley Rhodes-Courter

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