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Updated June 2026
In Greek mythology, a king who was transformed into a kingfisher; also a genus of kingfishers.
“Ceyx and his wife Alcyone were turned into kingfishers by the gods.”
ce·yx
Y and X — tests two rare letters.
Worth 17 points. X and Y score well.
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