"What's the ___?" (pessimist's cry) Crossword Clue
3 letters · New York Times · Monday, May 6, 2019 · 66-Across
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Monday, May 6, 2019.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · May 6, 2019 · 66-Across · 3 letters
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what something is used for; "the function of an auger is to bore holes"; "ballet is beautiful but what use is it?"
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