Nebraska
8 lettersnouncommonUpdated February 2026
Definition
A state in the Great Plains region of the central United States, known for its agricultural production and nicknamed the 'Cornhusker State'. The name comes from an Oto Indian word meaning 'flat water', referring to the Platte River.
“Nebraska is a major producer of corn, beef, and soybeans in the American agricultural sector.”
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Cornhusker State
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Eight letters with pattern NEBR-; contains four vowels (E, A, A)
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Worth 14 points; proper noun not allowed but shows good vowel-consonant mix
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