"Bright Lights, Big ___" (Jay McInerney novel) Crossword Clue

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(noun)
1. people living in a large densely populated municipality
2. a large and densely populated urban area; may include several independent administrative districts

Hint 2: Clue Definition

BRIGHT (adjective)
1. clear and sharp and ringing
2. not made dim or less bright
BRIGHT (adverb)
1. with brightness

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