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Is state creek a proper noun?

It depends on the context.

If "State Creek" is the name of a specific creek, then it is a proper noun and should be capitalized: State Creek.

If "state creek" refers to any creek within a state, then it is a common noun and should not be capitalized: state creek.

For example:

* Proper noun: "We went hiking along State Creek."

* Common noun: "The map showed a state creek running through the valley."

To determine whether "State Creek" is a proper noun, consider the context of the sentence and whether it refers to a specific creek or a general concept.

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