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Empire State

American  

noun

  1. the state of New York (used as a nickname).


Empire State British  

noun

  1. nickname of New York

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

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Two days later, Madonna reposted AI fan edits of herself atop the Empire State Building’s spire, waving a “Confessions II” banner.

From Salon Jul. 8, 2026

Masked pair climb Empire State spire, hang peace banner.

From MarketWatch Jul. 2, 2026

The Empire State Building has an observation deck open to the public that offers stunning views of New York, but access to higher points is forbidden.

From Barron's Jul. 1, 2026

New York City’s Empire State Building turned its lights blue to celebrate the color’s arrival.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 18, 2026

We set up a two-block perimeter, with a command tent at the Empire State Building.

From "The Last Olympian" by Rick Riordan

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