Figure In Greek Myth Whose Name Means Desired Crossword Clue

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Updated: October 11, 2023

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	noun • (Greek mythology) the Muse of lyric and love poetry
	33%	7		Manatee's order, whose name comes from Greek myth
	noun • an animal order including: manatees; dugongs; Steller's sea cow
	33%	7		Legendary figure whose name means 'from Pytho'
	noun • friend of Damon; Phintias (according to legend) was condemned to death by Dionysius the Elder and asked a respite to put his affairs in order; Damon pledged his life for the return of his friend; when Phintias returned in time the tyrant released them both (4th century BC)

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New York Times19 Dec 2009	Across 47
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