What does the cryptic crossword clue "Cry about time working in US city (6)" mean?

The definition is "city". The wordplay uses charade, reversal. SOB (synonym of "Cry") + T (synonym of "time") + ON (abbreviation of "working") [reversal: "about"]; definition: "US city" The answer is BOSTON.

Cry about time working in US city (6)

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