Who's the Mater?

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Honoring the boss, in every language and legend.

Solve clues about legendary matriarchs in this pop culture and history-themed puzzle celebrating motherhood.

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Title for the Virgin Mary, with 'Mother of ___'.
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Sarah Connor's expertise.
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Like the relationship in 'Mommie Dearest'.
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Put in order.
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Like many a new parent.
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Spark of creativity.
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Time for a lullaby.
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Merkel, known as 'Mutti' (Mommy) to her nation.
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Radcliffe who won the NYC marathon three times, once as a mother.

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Like the Family Robinson, with a notable mother.
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Mama, in Madrid.
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Tattoo centerpiece, often.
4D
A parental trap, at times.
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Mac's partner in a classic comfort food.
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On the dad's side.
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Benson of 'SVU,' who became an adoptive mom.
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What a stressed-out parent might be on.
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Biblical matriarch who gave birth at 90.
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Filipino matriarch.

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