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MetroCard

New York phrase
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Maturity / Intensity: πŸ”₯

The classic magnetic stripe plastic card used to pay fares for the NYC subway and buses.

Β« I had to swipe my MetroCard three times before the turnstile finally let me through. Β»
I had to swipe my subway card three times before the gate unlocked.
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