CLUE IN Synonyms: 38 Similar and Opposite Words

clue (in)

verb

Definition of clue (in)

as in to inform

to give information to would you clue him in on the plan?

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The statutory maximum is life in prison, Lett informed Désir, should he be found guilty.

— Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 3 Nov. 2026
Several years later, he was informed that his brain contained a moderate accumulation of amyloid plaques.

— Manvir Singh, New Yorker, 2 Nov. 2026

Definition of inform

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In the same way, Reitz in turn told Blumenthal to preserve records about his own inquiry.

— Christopher Keating, Hartford Courant, 13 Nov. 2026
Owen told grand jurors about the video Paul Murdaugh recorded in which Alex Murdaugh's voice could be heard at the scene, contradicting his denials.

— ABC News, ABC News, 13 Nov. 2026

Definition of tell

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Residents were also advised to install window screens and chimney caps, secure exterior doors and avoid leaving unscreened windows open, particularly while sleeping.

— Daniel Hunt, Sacbee.com, 3 Nov. 2026
Someone in contact with Walter, speaking on condition of anonymity because he is not authorized to comment, advised me to wait and see if a Formula One deal actually materializes and, if so, for what value.

— Bill Shaikin, Los Angeles Times, 3 Nov. 2026

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