Detroit nickname Crossword Clue

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Here is the answer for the crossword clue Detroit nickname last seen in Commuter puzzle. We have found 40 possible answers for this clue in our database. Among them, one solution stands out with a 98% match which has a length of 6 letters. We think the likely answer to this clue is MOTOWN.

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40 Potential Answers:

RankAnswerLengthSourceDate
98% MOTOWN Detroit nickname (6) Commuter May 18, 2024
98% MOTORCITY Detroit nickname (9)
34% MOTOR ___ City (Detroit's nickname) (5)
30% RED Detroit ___, nickname for Malcolm X (3) New York Times Apr 25, 2024
3% SIS Sibling's nickname (3) Commuter Dec 18, 2025
3% TEL Nickname for Terry (3) The Telegraph Cross Atlantic Dec 17, 2025
3% MONIKER Nickname (7) LA Times Daily Dec 16, 2025
3% ABE Lincoln nickname (3) Eugene Sheffer Dec 15, 2025
3% MICH Detroit's st. (4) LA Times Mini Dec 11, 2025
3% ERIN Ireland nickname (4) Newsday Dec 9, 2025

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The clue "Detroit nickname" hints at a famous moniker associated with the city. "Motown" is a blend of "motor" and "town," symbolizing Detroit's automotive industry and vibrant music scene. Motown Records, founded in Detroit, played a pivotal role in shaping the sound of American music.