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GWB
GEE-DUB-yuh-BEE
Local meaning
Common shorthand for the George Washington Bridge, the Hudson River crossing between Upper Manhattan and Fort Lee, New Jersey.
GWB appears in traffic reports, navigation, commuting, and regional conversation. Speakers may say the letters individually or use the full bridge name. The crossing has upper and lower levels, and approach conditions can differ sharply by direction and time.
Example in context
- “The GWB is backed up, so leave extra time.”
How it is used
Tri-State transportation shorthand widely understood around New York and northern New Jersey.
neutral, practical, regional
traffic reports, commuting, driving directions
Tri-State transportation shorthand widely understood around New York and northern New Jersey.
Traffic, toll, vehicle, and lane rules change; the abbreviation alone does not identify the intended level or approach.
Spelling and scope
Tri-State transportation shorthand widely understood around New York and northern New Jersey.
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Frequently asked questions
What does GWB stand for?
George Washington Bridge.
Does the GWB connect directly to Midtown?
No. Its New York end is in Upper Manhattan, while Midtown drivers often consider the Lincoln Tunnel.
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All words →Evidence and further reading
These sources support the regional association, dictionary sense, or broader spread. The entry remains open to correction from New York speakers and qualified reviewers.
- Bridges and TunnelsPort Authority of New York and New Jersey
Official context for the George Washington Bridge, Lincoln Tunnel, Holland Tunnel, and other Port Authority crossings.