This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, April 22, 2026 (67 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Wednesday sits mid-week in difficulty, with more wordplay than Monday or Tuesday.
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Answer length: 5 squares
First letter
H _ _ _ _
First and last letters
H _ _ _ N
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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.
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