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Second City

/ˈsɛk.ənd ˈsɪti/noun
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A longstanding nickname for Chicago, Illinois, originally reflecting its status as the nation’s second-largest city after New York. The term now carries cultural weight, evoking Chicago’s distinctive blend of industrial grit, architectural innovation, and vibrant arts scene, especially its influential improv comedy tradition.

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