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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
Daniel Wine, CNN Money, 9 June 2026
Sports Edition Coach — a spot to gather clues and discuss (and share) scores.
—Mark Cooper, New York Times, 8 June 2026
However, her personable commanding officer Majid (Shafi al-Harthi) sees the value in her perspective when a high school student’s body turns up in the desert, and Nawal discerns clues from details which the policemen overlook, from the girl’s manicure to the embroidery on her abaya.
—Siddhant Adlakha, Variety, 8 June 2026
The remains of two people have been disinterred and will be studied for clues as to how the population of Turu-Aygyr lived at the time.
—Anne Doran, ARTnews.com, 8 June 2026
The agency spent four days in the Bahamas last week looking for any clues.
—Kelsie Cairns, FOXNews.com, 8 June 2026
The evening event in Portland is taking place two days before a Democratic primary that is still seen as Platner's to win, but which could provide clues as to whether enthusiasm for his iconoclastic candidacy has softened.
—ABC News, 7 June 2026
According to Esteve Umbert, one of the architects, Guadì also left geometric clues to help with construction, such as a hyperbolic paraboloid used to divine the shape of a church spire.
—Seth Doane, CBS News, 7 June 2026
But even though police have not identified a suspect or disclosed a motive, there are enough clues to give us some inkling about what transpired.
—Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 2 June 2026
Noun
The results will offer clues about how much tolerance voters have for candidates embroiled in controversies.
—Daniel Wine, CNN Money, 9 June 2026
Sports Edition Coach — a spot to gather clues and discuss (and share) scores.
—Mark Cooper, New York Times, 8 June 2026
However, her personable commanding officer Majid (Shafi al-Harthi) sees the value in her perspective when a high school student’s body turns up in the desert, and Nawal discerns clues from details which the policemen overlook, from the girl’s manicure to the embroidery on her abaya.
—Siddhant Adlakha, Variety, 8 June 2026
The remains of two people have been disinterred and will be studied for clues as to how the population of Turu-Aygyr lived at the time.
—Anne Doran, ARTnews.com, 8 June 2026
The agency spent four days in the Bahamas last week looking for any clues.
—Kelsie Cairns, FOXNews.com, 8 June 2026
The evening event in Portland is taking place two days before a Democratic primary that is still seen as Platner's to win, but which could provide clues as to whether enthusiasm for his iconoclastic candidacy has softened.
—ABC News, 7 June 2026
According to Esteve Umbert, one of the architects, Guadì also left geometric clues to help with construction, such as a hyperbolic paraboloid used to divine the shape of a church spire.
—Seth Doane, CBS News, 7 June 2026
But even though police have not identified a suspect or disclosed a motive, there are enough clues to give us some inkling about what transpired.
—Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 2 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for clues
Noun
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Over time, follow-on R&D added over 40 indications across numerous cancers — including early-stage applications that allow treatment to begin before cancer worsens.—
Tomas J. Philipson,
Twin Cities,
4 June 2026
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But early indications suggest that the process could be anything but.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
4 June 2026
Verb
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Sam McDowell tells us how one dinner 20 years ago with Illig, Neal Patterson and Lamar Hunt changed the future of soccer in Kansas City.—
Eleanor Nash,
Kansas City Star,
12 June 2026
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Make Way for Ducklings, the iconic children’s book by Robert McCloskey, tells the story of a family of ducks that make a home in the garden’s lagoon.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
12 June 2026
Noun
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Students are constantly scanning adults for cues about whether they are understood, safe, respected, or expected to succeed.—
Kyle Smitley,
Forbes.com,
11 June 2026
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Contemporary design cues are front and center for Li, with a bevy of designs that imbue color blocking with structural finesse.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
11 June 2026
Verb
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That tension partly informs the work Imah is doing now through SPREEAI, a company focused on virtual try-on systems, fit intelligence and personalized shopping experiences.—
Partner Content,
Variety,
10 June 2026
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Each facet informs the other, and no one believes and embodies that more than my mother, Livia.—
Lucia Aronica,
CNBC,
10 June 2026
Noun
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There are very few hints in art of dogs being dirty, vicious or rabid.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
10 June 2026
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Katy Perry and Justin Trudeau may have been dropping wedding hints through their fashion choices at the Tribeca Film Festival.—
Karla Rodriguez,
Footwear News,
9 June 2026
Verb
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To minimize risks during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) advises incorporating frequent rest breaks in shaded or air-conditioned areas.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
9 June 2026
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Regardless of the type, warm or hot water is best, although Shields advises using hot water for dish towels to really tackle the grease, germs, and food stains.—
Cori Sears,
The Spruce,
8 June 2026
Noun
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The artist encouraged his friend to make suggestions as to the painting’s subject, and Torczyner chose this motif from a number of drawings Magritte showed him.—
Brian Boucher,
ARTnews.com,
9 June 2026
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The Planning Board aims to gather community feedback about its list, along with any suggestions not on the list.—
Steven Mihailovich,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
9 June 2026
Verb
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The first step is typically a summons and complaint, which notifies you that legal action has been initiated.—
Angelica Leicht,
CBS News,
8 June 2026
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Cindy Kobold, an Arizona Public Service meteorologist, said the technology notifies them about 45 minutes faster on average than the first 911 call.—
Dorany Pineda,
Los Angeles Times,
4 May 2026
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“Clues.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/clues. Accessed 15 Jun. 2026.
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