City east of Phoenix

Answer:

TEMPE

Hint:

Home to Arizona State University, this suburban city sits along the Salt River just southeast of the state capital.

Explanation:

The clue "City east of Phoenix" points directly to Tempe, a well-known city in Arizona located just a few miles to the east of Phoenix. It’s a straightforward geographic reference—no wordplay or tricks involved. Tempe is home to Arizona State University, which might help if you’re familiar with the area.

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