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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
Holly Yan, CNN Money, 29 Sep. 2025
Sports Edition Coach — a spot to gather clues and discuss (and share) scores.
—Mark Cooper, New York Times, 29 Sep. 2025
Some curious clues have EW's Swiftie senses tingling.
—Lauren Huff, Entertainment Weekly, 28 Sep. 2025
Authorities were in the process of obtaining search warrants for the suspect’s home and planned to search electronic devices for clues about a motive, said Renye.
—Kristen Jordan Shamus, Freep.com, 28 Sep. 2025
Fans were thrilled by the new look — reminiscent of the outfits worn during her Cowboy Carter and the Rodeo Chitlin' Circuit Tour — and also took the new font and motorcycle ride as a clues pointing to a rock album next.
—Caché McClay, USA Today, 26 Sep. 2025
There were clues during week Purdy would reassume his role.
—Jerry McDonald, Mercury News, 26 Sep. 2025
Now some of the first clues are emerging, courtesy of a report in The Information.
—Alexei Oreskovic, Fortune, 22 Sep. 2025
Thrown into crisis, King Gwanghae summons Heo Gyun based on clues left behind and questions him about Hong Gildong’s identity.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 21 Sep. 2025
Verb
Authorities continue to scour the rubble to gather evidence, including searching for clues on the cause of the fire that engulfed the complex, a law enforcement source briefed on the investigation told CNN.
—Holly Yan, CNN Money, 29 Sep. 2025
Sports Edition Coach — a spot to gather clues and discuss (and share) scores.
—Mark Cooper, New York Times, 29 Sep. 2025
Some curious clues have EW's Swiftie senses tingling.
—Lauren Huff, Entertainment Weekly, 28 Sep. 2025
Authorities were in the process of obtaining search warrants for the suspect’s home and planned to search electronic devices for clues about a motive, said Renye.
—Kristen Jordan Shamus, Freep.com, 28 Sep. 2025
Fans were thrilled by the new look — reminiscent of the outfits worn during her Cowboy Carter and the Rodeo Chitlin' Circuit Tour — and also took the new font and motorcycle ride as a clues pointing to a rock album next.
—Caché McClay, USA Today, 26 Sep. 2025
There were clues during week Purdy would reassume his role.
—Jerry McDonald, Mercury News, 26 Sep. 2025
Now some of the first clues are emerging, courtesy of a report in The Information.
—Alexei Oreskovic, Fortune, 22 Sep. 2025
Thrown into crisis, King Gwanghae summons Heo Gyun based on clues left behind and questions him about Hong Gildong’s identity.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 21 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for clues
Noun
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All indications are that Jarry and Šilovs are going to start the season in Pittsburgh, while Murashov is going to receive a heavy AHL workload.—
Josh Yohe,
New York Times,
30 Sep. 2025
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In Colorado, Polis and Denver Mayor Mike Johnston have said there are no indications that similar deployments are planned here.—
Seth Klamann,
Denver Post,
30 Sep. 2025
Verb
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As Tom tells Robbie to put his gun down, the screen goes black.—
Grace Byron,
Vulture,
6 Oct. 2025
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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,
5 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Roger Dubuis Excalibur Spider Flyback Chronograph This high-octane flyback chronograph from Roger Dubuis takes its cues from Lamborghini Squadra Corse’s SC63 hypercar, which is campaigned in the Le Mans Daytona Hybrid (LMDh) class.—
Carol Besler,
Robb Report,
3 Oct. 2025
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Other designs seen throughout the performance included the Cassia Annmac taking cues from the soft cocoon of leg warmers; the Cassiasticina evoking ballerina slippers and the Ruben style, the first Cassia creation in the men’s range.—
Sandra Salibian,
Footwear News,
3 Oct. 2025
Verb
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This algorithm then informs what appears in playlists, such as Discover Weekly and Blend, as well as what appears on your Home page.—
James Peckham,
PC Magazine,
3 Oct. 2025
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Why chemical agents matter The choice of chemical agent informs the scale of carbon removal.—
Tejasri Gururaj,
Interesting Engineering,
3 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Unlike traditional candles that require an open flame, these lamps gently melt your favorite wax from the top down, filling your space with hints of Honeycrisp apple and vanilla pumpkin safely and efficiently.—
Elizabeth Fogarty,
Better Homes & Gardens,
2 Oct. 2025
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OpenAI’s actions also provide hints.—
IEEE Spectrum,
IEEE Spectrum,
1 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The first quarter moon in Capricorn advises taking charge and addressing shared resources.—
USA TODAY,
USA Today,
29 Sep. 2025
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Bennett advises parents to pay particular attention if these symptoms happen repeatedly, with no other medical explanation.—
Ashleigh N. DeLuca,
Parents,
26 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The King and his youngest son recently met, and though the meeting was reportedly positive, there have been suggestions of sabotage from Harry’s camp in regards to how some information has leaked.—
Lizzie Lanuza,
StyleCaster,
3 Oct. 2025
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With high school training techniques evolving, there are numerous suggestions, including the possibility that individual quarterback coaching can cement specific bad habits.—
Noah White,
Miami Herald,
2 Oct. 2025
Verb
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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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Israel requires doctors applying for the missions to be physically present in Israel or Jordan — a crossing point for many to Israel and Gaza — just before the mission starts, but notifies them only hours in advance if they are approved, says Syed.—
Jane Arraf,
NPR,
28 Aug. 2025
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“Clues.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/clues. Accessed 6 Oct. 2025.
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