Famous prize briefly in possession of one proud mum Crossword Clue

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Understanding Today's Crossword Puzzle

The clue "Famous prize briefly in possession of one proud mum" leads us to the answer "NIOBE." Here's why this answer fits the clue:

1. Famous: NIOBE is a figure from Greek mythology, known for her tragic story of maternal pride and its consequences.
2. Prize briefly: In Greek mythology, Niobe boasted about her many children as a proud mother. This pride was short-lived as the gods punished her and her children, turning them into stone.
3. In possession of one proud mum: Niobe, the character of the answer, represents the proud mum, possessing both her pride and her children, who ultimately turned to stone due to her arrogance.

Therefore, the answer "NIOBE" perfectly aligns with the clue's description of a famous figure who was briefly proud before facing a tragic outcome related to motherly pride.

Definition of "NIOBE"

the daughter of Tantalus. Apollo and Artemis, enraged because Niobe boasted herself superior to their mother Leto, killed her children and turned her into a stone.

 The Crossword clue "Famous prize briefly in possession of one proud mum" published 1 time/s & has 1 answer/s. 

Crossword	Date	Answer
The Times Cryptic	16 December 2018	NIOBE