In Greek mythology, a maiden who agreed to marry any man who could defeat her in a running race Crossword Clue

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RankAnswerLengthSourceDate
98% ATALANTA In Greek mythology, a maiden who agreed to marry any man who could defeat her in a running race (8)
6% OEDIPUS Mythological figure who married his mother (7) The Telegraph Cross Atlantic Nov 5, 2025
5% LEANDER Youth of Abydos in Greek mythology who drowned in the Hellespont (7) (7) Mirror Quiz Nov 1, 2025
5% WILLIAM Prince who married Kate Middleton (7)
5% ELOPES Runs away to marry (6)
5% BENEDICTS Men who marry later in life (9) New York Times Oct 12, 2025
5% MUSES Nonet of Greek mythology (5) New York Times Oct 10, 2025
5% TAKERS "Any ___?" ("Who's in?") (6) Universal Sep 28, 2025
5% YESMEN Dudes who always agree (6) The Atlantic Sep 28, 2025
5% BRIDAL Of a woman who is soon to be married (6) The Times Concise Sep 22, 2025
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