What does the phrase "the Carolinas" refer to?
When someone says "the Carolinas," they are referring to both the state of North Carolina and the state of South Carolina within the United States.
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### Instruction: What does the phrase "the Carolinas" refer to?
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### Response: When someone says "the Carolinas," they are referring to both the state of North Carolina and the state of South Carolina within the United States.