clued

Definition of cluednext
past tense of clue

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for clued
Verb
  • Lopez clarified on Friday that the agency had informed Cal Fire on how to obtain search warrants with the county, but then backed away.
    Sacbee.com, Sacbee.com, 11 Apr. 2026
  • The union also says it was not informed when FIFA hired OnLocation to be its official hospitality partner, operating food and beverage during games at the tournament, which means a new corporate entity has been inserted into the employment relationship.
    Adam Crafton, New York Times, 10 Apr. 2026
Verb
  • The Broward School District notified 353 employees on Wednesday that their jobs will be eliminated after this school year as part of a cost-cutting reorganization plan.
    Scott Travis, Sun Sentinel, 16 Apr. 2026
  • According to church officials, the federal government notified the organization in late March that the funding would be terminated.
    Ivan Taylor, CBS News, 16 Apr. 2026
Verb
  • Investigators believe Carlos and Clayton were acquainted, McCann said.
    City News Service, Oc Register, 8 Apr. 2026
  • Spend half a day getting acquainted with this colorful Caribbean city, grabbing a fresh snack at the Kingstown Produce Market before taking in the charming architecture on Bay Street.
    Carley Rojas Avila, Travel + Leisure, 8 Apr. 2026
Verb
  • Since the union authorized a strike, its leadership will take the motion to leadership at the USW’s Pittsburgh headquarters, though negotiators have kept Pittsburgh apprised since negotiations began, Beck said.
    Alexandra Kukulka, Chicago Tribune, 30 Mar. 2026
  • Rubio, however, has argued the administration has kept congressional leaders apprised.
    Ana Ceballos Follow, Los Angeles Times, 15 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • Trump approved major disaster declaration requests for at least seven states last week after being briefed by Mullin.
    ABC News, ABC News, 14 Apr. 2026
  • The site was deemed secure, and after being briefed by his protective detail, Vance chose to proceed as planned.
    Dan Raby, CBS News, 14 Apr. 2026
Verb
  • At school, the student noticed the handgun inside their backpack and told a school counselor, according to the DA's office.
    Tom Ignudo, CBS News, 14 Apr. 2026
  • The section of roof at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia’s garage fell Wednesday, triggering a collapse across all seven levels, Mayor Cherelle Parker told reporters last week.
    ABC News, ABC News, 13 Apr. 2026
Verb
  • According to the indictment, Jones was paid $2,500 for a game in the Hamptons where he was instructed to cheat by paying close attention to others involved in the scheme.
    Michael R. Sisak, Chicago Tribune, 16 Apr. 2026
  • In a March 2025 executive order, the White House instructed the DOJ to apply the antitrust laws in the live-entertainment industry.
    Gail Slater, Rolling Stone, 16 Apr. 2026
Verb
  • Belif’s formula, however, has enlightened me to the benefits of an eye cream and has proven an essential component of my morning routine.
    Sophie Wirt, InStyle, 14 Mar. 2026
  • The 11 chapters of the book teach one how to seize every opportunity to become enlightened, even in the least possible place.
    Jue Liang, The Conversation, 12 Mar. 2026
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“Clued.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/clued. Accessed 20 Apr. 2026.

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