What presumably happens during some "fade to black" scenes Crossword Clue

Looking for the answer to “What presumably happens during some "fade to black" scenes” from the New York Times Bonus crossword of August 1, 2025? It has 3 letters. Flip the tiles one at a time, try a hint first, or look through the rest of that puzzle.

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NEW YORK TIMES BONUS, AUGUST 1, 2025

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Three clues to the answer, gentle first. Open one at a time.

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What is the answer to “What presumably happens during some "fade to black" scenes”?

SEX, 3 letters: to identify the reproductive category of.

When was “What presumably happens during some "fade to black" scenes” last seen in a crossword?

In the New York Times Bonus crossword of August 1, 2025.

How many letters does the answer have?

3 letters, starting with S.