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Greek Mythology Allusions
| God or Goddess Name | Allusion | Allusion Definition | Company Logo inspired? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Achilles | Achilles Heel | Refers to someone's weakness or fatal flaw | No |
| Pandora | Pandora's Box | Anything that upon investigation leads to unexpected and extensive troubles | Jewelry & Music |
| Hercules | Herculean Task | Very hard to perform, and requires great strength | Building Supplies |
| Medusa | Looks Could Kill | Giving someone a dirty look | Versace Clothing |
| Midas | Midas Touch | Ability to generate wealth | Auto Repair |
| Odyssey | Odyssey | A great adventure or journey | Ships & Cars |
| Cupid | Cupid | To play matchmaker | Valentine's Day |
| Atlas | Weight of the World | Someone with a great burden or problem to bear | World Map Book |
| Titans | Titanic | someone who is of great size, strength, or achievement | Football/ H.M.S. Titanic |
| Sirens | Siren's Song | refers to something beautiful but potentially dangerous | Starbucks |