"Physics is like ___: Sure, it may give some practical results, but that's not why we do it" (quote attributed to Richard Feynman) Crossword Clue

3 letters · New York Times · Sunday, August 2, 2026 · 35-Across

Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Sunday, August 2, 2026.

Exact puzzle match · New York Times · August 2, 2026 · 35-Across · 3 letters

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all of the feelings resulting from the urge to gratify sexual impulses; "he wanted a better sex life"; "the film contained no sex or violence"

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