Greek sorceress who took the phrase "men are pigs" literally Crossword Clue
5 letters · New York Times · Monday, June 2, 2025 · 11-Down
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Monday, June 2, 2025.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · June 2, 2025 · 11-Down · 5 letters
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(Greek mythology) a sorceress who detained Odysseus on her island and turned his men into swine
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