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a slight or indirect pointing to something (as a solution or explanation)
vainly searched for a clue to the answer
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Recent Examples of clues
JSTOR Daily, 14 Oct. 2025
The investigation eventually uncovers chilling clues that lead to Bryan Kohberger (Merry), a seemingly quiet criminology PhD student, as the only suspect.
—Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 13 Oct. 2025
So, perhaps looking back at that history might offer clues for how today's programs can build a new future for the genre.
—Eric Deggans, NPR, 13 Oct. 2025
Sports Edition Coach — a spot to gather clues and discuss (and share) scores.
—Mark Cooper, New York Times, 12 Oct. 2025
One of the last letters of clues Rader sent police before his longest hiatus was mailed on the night of Rawson’s first birthday party.
—Ct Jones, Rolling Stone, 11 Oct. 2025
The affidavit gives several clues as to the identity of the specific lighter.
—Eric Levenson, CNN Money, 11 Oct. 2025
The clues have been there from the start, the little touches that aligned Grasso’s bifurcated personality with Tom and Robbie’s.
—Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 6 Oct. 2025
The mod’s designer Veddge leaves (pun intended) a lot of clues about their inspiration.
—James Folta, Literary Hub, 6 Oct. 2025
Verb
Check back on the second Monday of every month for a new puzzle built on clues connected to scholarly articles available via JSTOR.
—JSTOR Daily, 14 Oct. 2025
The investigation eventually uncovers chilling clues that lead to Bryan Kohberger (Merry), a seemingly quiet criminology PhD student, as the only suspect.
—Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 13 Oct. 2025
So, perhaps looking back at that history might offer clues for how today's programs can build a new future for the genre.
—Eric Deggans, NPR, 13 Oct. 2025
Sports Edition Coach — a spot to gather clues and discuss (and share) scores.
—Mark Cooper, New York Times, 12 Oct. 2025
One of the last letters of clues Rader sent police before his longest hiatus was mailed on the night of Rawson’s first birthday party.
—Ct Jones, Rolling Stone, 11 Oct. 2025
The affidavit gives several clues as to the identity of the specific lighter.
—Eric Levenson, CNN Money, 11 Oct. 2025
The clues have been there from the start, the little touches that aligned Grasso’s bifurcated personality with Tom and Robbie’s.
—Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 6 Oct. 2025
The mod’s designer Veddge leaves (pun intended) a lot of clues about their inspiration.
—James Folta, Literary Hub, 6 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for clues
Noun
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Early indications are that the 49ers are planning on elevating Ji’Ayir Brown as a starter ahead of Pinnock at one safety spot along with Sigle and using Mustapha on a limited snap count.—
Jerry McDonald,
Mercury News,
12 Oct. 2025
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At the time, there were indications that dress shoes and boot sales continued to gain traction.—
Vicki M. Young,
Footwear News,
9 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The percentage tells the public how much of the fire perimeter is believed to not go beyond the control lines.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
13 Oct. 2025
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So if nothing else, history tells us to expect a good game between quite possibly the best the NFC has to offer against a team coming off five Super Bowl appearances in six years.—
Scott Chasen,
Kansas City Star,
12 Oct. 2025
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Toyota leaned hard into heritage styling cues, adding those tri-color red, orange and yellow stripes that are a nod back to Baja racing.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
18 Oct. 2025
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Doldinger’s original score was a classical European affair, with sweeping strings and brass-heavy cues (with only the occasional synth coloring) inspired by the film’s fairy-tale origins.—
Scott Roxborough,
HollywoodReporter,
18 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The latest installment, which premiered Thursday on Netflix, picks up just moments after the Season 2 cliffhanger when the President dies after Hal (Rufus Sewell) informs him of Vice President Grace Penn’s involvement in the bombing of a British aircraft carrier in the Persian Gulf.—
Katie Campione,
Deadline,
18 Oct. 2025
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That shift informs the way climbing gyms are put together.—
Kelli María Korducki,
HubSpot,
17 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Cherry is mild with hints of contrasting sweet and tart flavors.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
16 Oct. 2025
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Our seven-part guide has helpful hints to achieve better sleep.—
Faye Chiu,
CNN Money,
15 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The Princeton Review’s Franek advises students and families not to be deterred by the sky-high sticker prices.—
Jessica Dickler,
CNBC,
13 Oct. 2025
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The European Commission advises that member states roll it out at various crossing points by sea, air, and land.—
Julia Buckley,
CNN Money,
10 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Smart Schedule learns your preferred temperatures, responds to your preferences over time, and can provide suggestions—rather than automatic updates—based on your usage patterns.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
17 Oct. 2025
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The crew identified more than 10 training issues and developed over 20 improvement suggestions while operating in the new area.—
Ryan Chan,
MSNBC Newsweek,
16 Oct. 2025
Verb
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If the chat mentions violence, harm or suicidal ideation, (the app) immediately notifies a human.—
Krista Johnson,
Louisville Courier Journal,
8 Oct. 2025
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The district uses the BrightArrow communication system, which notifies parents of information through phone, email or text messages.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
29 Sep. 2025
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“Clues.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/clues. Accessed 20 Oct. 2025.
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