Coahuila

American

[kaw-ah-wee-lah] / ˌkɔ ɑˈwi lɑ /

noun

a state in N Mexico. 58,067 sq. mi. (150,395 sq. km). Saltillo.

Coahuila British

/ koaˈwila /

noun

a state of N Mexico: mainly plateau, crossed by several mountain ranges that contain rich mineral resources. Capital: Saltillo. Pop: 2 295 808 (2000). Area: 151 571 sq km (59 112 sq miles)

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Minguela had overstayed a tourist visa after fleeing the Mexican state of Coahuila in 2015 because of violence he faced there, his partner said.

From Los Angeles Times

Felix de la Rosa, 64, a chemical engineer from the state of Coahuila, which borders Texas, says he visits the monument every time he’s in Mexico City.

From Los Angeles Times

With the help of friend, she was able to find someone who made Yolanda piñatas just across the border, in the neighboring Mexican state of Coahuila.

From Seattle Times

In some states such as Sinaloa, Guerrero, Coahuila, Quintana Roo and the western city of Guadalajara, judicial measures now limit the activity.

From Seattle Times

The state installed it along the international border with Mexico between the Texas border city of Eagle Pass and Piedras Negras, Coahuila.

From Seattle Times

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