> OK, we don't get out much and hear that Chicago is "The Windy
> City". Does the wind always blow?
Yes, it can be breezy, particularly in autumn. ("Cooler by the Lake.")
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However (comma), that's not the most commonly cited origin of the "Windy City" term.
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Researching the origin and history of the term will be left as an exercise for the student. Be prepared for endless debate and endless "No! You're wrong!" threads.
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