Colorado River
Definition
The Colorado River is a major river in the southwestern United States and northwestern Mexico, stretching approximately 1,450 miles (2,334 km) from its source in the Rocky Mountains to its mouth in the Gulf of California.
Renowned for carving the Grand Canyon over millions of years, it is a vital water source for seven U.S. states and parts of Mexico, governed by interstate compacts due to chronic overuse and drought issues.
Examples
The Colorado River carved the Grand Canyon with such patience that even sloths are taking notes.
After the latest drought, the Colorado River is basically ghosting the desert states it promised to hydrate.
Rafting the Colorado River sounds adventurous until you realize the real rapids are negotiating water rights with neighboring states.
The Colorado River supplies Las Vegas's fountains while the canyon hikers settle for lukewarm canteens—priorities, amirite?