2004's Top 5 of Everything That Matters

Chicago Newcity | January 4, 2005

Everything that matters includes the top five annoying words or phrases, top sports injuries, top art exhibits in Chicago, top films, top music, top books, top set designs and more.

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Tags: yearinreview 2004, sports injuries, stage

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