45 Across
NYT Daily • September 9, 2025
Hercules, e.g.
Answer:
DEMIGOD
Hint:
["Think of a mythical being with one divine parent and one mortal one, often possessing extraordinary strength or abilities."]
Explanation:
"Hercules, e.g." is hinting at a category he belongs to—he’s not a full god but has divine heritage. The answer "DEMIGOD" fits because it describes a being with one mortal and one divine parent, like Hercules in Greek myth. The clue uses "e.g." to signal you’re looking for a broader term that applies to him and others like him.