Crossed Words: Can you solve this local word game?

Play this game if you think you know Nashville trivia.

A NASHtoday graphic resembling a crossword puzzle

It’s game time.

Graphic by NASHtoday

Time to put on your thinking caps. We’re introducing Crossed Words, a local word game to see how well you know Music City.

We’ll give you a hint + it’s up to you to guess the mystery word related to our city’s history, neighborhoods, restaurants, or businesses.

Tap the link below to play — and let us know if you got the right answer.

Hint: Locals say “Music City,” but tourists might know Nashville by this other nickname.

Lock in your answer.

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