This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, June 28, 2026 (5 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Sunday puzzles are large (21 by 21) and themed, about as hard as a Wednesday or Thursday.
Answer length: 6 squares
First letter
H _ _ _ _ _
First and last letters
H _ _ _ _ S
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HELIOS as a word: (Greek mythology) The god of the Sun; son of Hyperion and Theia, brother of Selene and Eos, father of Phaeton amongst others. His Roman counterpart is Sol.
HELIOS has been an answer once in the NYT Crossword and Mini puzzles we have on file, which go back to October 23, 2025.
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