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What does it mean?
The speaker values sex with love but accepts sex without it as acceptable.
In plain terms
Sex is best with love, but it is also fine without it.
What can you take from it?
Physical intimacy can be valued regardless of romantic attachment.

Where it applies

  • Relationship advice
  • Discussions on intimacy

Putting it to work

  • Dating context
  • Relationship counseling

Questions to consider

  • Is sex better with love?
  • Can love exist without sex?

Another view

This assumes everyone wants or experiences sex similarly.

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