Crossword: The Empire State

From yellow taxis and subway rides to skyline views and corner bodegas, New York City is packed with words everyone recognizes. This crossword celebrates the sights, sounds and city staples that make the Big Apple one of the most iconic places in the world.
Some clues may take you uptown, downtown or across the bridge. Others might lead you straight to a landmark, a borough or a classic only-in-New-York moment.
So grab a slice, swipe your MetroCard and see how many of these New York City-themed words you can guess.
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