Why was the New York Times dubbed "The Old Gray Lady"?

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Responses

the inclusion of business in its pages

the inclusion of business in its pages

its focus on objective facts

its focus on objective facts

the color of the building

the color of the building

its reputation in NYC as boring

1 answer

The nickname "The Old Gray Lady" refers to the color of the newspaper, which was traditionally printed on grayish paper, and it reflects its long-standing reputation and esteemed position in journalism. Therefore, the most accurate response is:

  • its reputation in NYC as boring.

(Note: While the "boring" aspect may reflect a subjective view, it's tied to the formal and authoritative style of the paper.)