Transport in a Duke Ellington song WSJ Crossword Clue

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Crossword Answer

1 ? A
2 ? T
3 ? R
4 ? A
5 ? I
6 ? N
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      Hint 1

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      Think of a jazzy journey to uptown Manhattan.

      Hint 2

      meaning
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      A subway line in New York City, famously referenced in a jazz standard by Duke Ellington.

      Hint 3

      explanation
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      The clue refers to the famous jazz standard 'Take the '??????,' which was famously performed by Duke Ellington. The '??????' is a subway line in New York City, and the song describes taking this train to Harlem.

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      Eighth Avenue express line in N.Y.C., Alphabetically first subway line in 15-Across, "Quickest way to Harlem," in song

      Clue Analysis

      The clue “Transport in a Duke Ellington song” is a classic crossword staple, frequently appearing in puzzles like the WSJ crossword. For the puzzle dated January 30 2026, the definitive 6-letter answer is: ATRAIN.

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      Transport in a Duke Ellington song Crossword Clue