NYT Crossword · 3 Down
“Foolishly impractical” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Thursday, October 30, 2003 as 3 Down. The answer has 8 letters. Reveal it below one square at a time, or open the hints first if you only want a push in the right direction.
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NYT Crossword · Thursday, October 30, 2003 · 3 Down
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- 49Single crossword clue5 letters
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- 57Color used in four-color processing crossword clue4 letters
- 58Probability crossword clue4 letters
- 60PC key crossword clue3 letters
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How many letters is the answer to “Foolishly impractical”?
The answer has 8 letters. It starts with Q and ends with C, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “Foolishly impractical” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Thursday, October 30, 2003, at 3 Down.
What is the answer to the “Foolishly impractical” crossword clue?
The answer is QUIXOTIC (8 letters). If you'd rather work it out yourself, the hints above give it away a little at a time.