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NYT Daily ? September 18, 2025

Sister of Helios, in Greek myth

Answer:

EOS

Hint:

This rosy-fingered goddess signals the break of dawn and is often linked to the morning dew; her Roman counterpart is Aurora.

Explanation:

In Greek mythology, Helios is the sun god, and his sister is Eos, the goddess of the dawn. The clue directly references this family connection without any wordplay or hidden meanings—it’s a straightforward mythological fact. If you know Helios, recalling his siblings (like Selene for the moon and Eos for dawn) leads right to the answer. The name "Eos" also ties to words like "aurora," reinforcing her role as the bringer of daylight.

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General solving tip

Match the clue's grammar: plural with plural, past with past. If the clue ends in 's' or uses a past-tense verb, mirror that form in the entry.

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