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Here is a line from the sitcom Two Broke Girls:

She's building her dream house between a former death camp and a new W — she's gotta be loaded.

What does "new W" mean in that context?

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Which show? That information would provide the setting, which might help unlock the puzzle. (In the U.S. a "new W" could refer to a republican politician with policy traits similar to those of former president George W. Bush, but I'm pretty sure that's not the meaning here). – J.R. Jan 19 at 11:21
it's a comedy show (2 broke girls) – Tony Jan 19 at 11:37
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I think it refers to W Hotels which is a brand of Starwood Hotels.

Without more context it’s hard to be sure.

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I think you're right Spicy! I couldn't think what that could possibly mean! :-) – Kristina Lopez Jan 19 at 11:29
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@KristinaLopez I first thought it was new wealth but then remembered that Hotel chain! – spiceyokooko Jan 19 at 11:31
Given the context, I'm more inclined to think this answer is correct. – Jon Hanna Jan 19 at 13:56

Maybe downtown in New York or maybe New World.

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New World, as in the Americas? or is there another (non-fictional/cowardly) New World? – Lucas Jan 20 at 4:26

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