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green state

idiom

A U.S. state perceived as environmentally friendly.


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  1. 01

    bellwether state

    A state of the United States that historically votes for the winning candidate in a given election.

  2. 02

    blue state

    A state of the United States voting Democratic in a given election, or tending to vote Democratic in general.

  3. 03

    Chinese green

    Synonym of lokao.

  4. 04

    go green

    To implement certain lifestyle changes designed to help one live in a more ecologically friendly way.

  5. 05

    God's green earth

    The world.

  6. 06

    green about the gills

    Ill or unwell, especially as indicated by one's appearance.

  7. 07

    green as grass

    Inexperienced or naive.

  8. 08

    green fingers

    A seemingly natural gardening ability.

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