This clue appeared in the Mini Crossword on Sunday, May 3, 2026 (2 Down) and the NYT Crossword on Monday, February 23, 2026 (68 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it.
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Mini Crossword, May 3, 2026, 2 Down
Answer length: 5 squares
First letter
H _ _ _ _
First and last letters
H _ _ _ N
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About the answer
HELEN as a word: (Greek mythology) The daughter of Zeus and Leda, considered to be the most beautiful woman in the world; her abduction by Paris brought about the Trojan War; A female given name from Ancient Greek.
HELEN has been an answer 6 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since November 21, 2025.
NYT Crossword, February 23, 2026, 68 Across
Answer length: 5 squares
First letter
H _ _ _ _
First and last letters
H _ _ _ N
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