manhattan
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Definition
Manhattan is one of the five boroughs of New York City, famous for places like Times Square, Central Park, and Wall Street. It can also mean a cocktail made with whiskey, sweet vermouth, and bitters.
Usage & Nuances
Usually used as a proper noun and capitalized: 'Manhattan'. Most often it refers to the New York borough, not a common noun. In restaurants or bars, 'a Manhattan' usually means the cocktail. Learners may confuse it with 'New York City' as a whole, but Manhattan is only one part of it.
Example Sentences
She likes her Manhattan with a cherry on top.
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My aunt works in Manhattan.
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We visited Manhattan last summer.
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He ordered a Manhattan at the bar.
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Traffic in Manhattan was awful, so we took the subway instead.
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If you're staying in Manhattan, everything is expensive but close by.
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