King of Thebes slain by Theseus Crossword Clue
5 letters · New York Times · Wednesday, July 21, 2004 · 66-Across
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Wednesday, July 21, 2004.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · July 21, 2004 · 66-Across · 5 letters
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(Greek mythology) the brother of Jocasta and uncle of Antigone who became king of Thebes after the fall of Oedipus
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