The Clue
Nymph who loved and lost (4 letter answer)
The Answer
ECHO
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Notes
The answer ECHO is very common and appears about once every 34 puzzles.
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Definition
ECHO as a noun:
1. (echo, reverberation, sound reflection, replication) = the persistence of a sound after its source has stopped
2. (Greek mythology) a nymph who was spurned by Narcissus and pined away until only her voice remained
3. a reply that repeats what has just been said
ECHO as a verb:
1. (repeat, echo) = to say again or imitate; "followers echoing the cries of their leaders"
2. (resound, echo, ring, reverberate) = ring or echo with sound; "the hall resounded with laughter"
3. (echo, recall) = call to mind; "His words echoed John F. Kennedy"