as in clues
a slight or indirect pointing to something (as a solution or explanation)
taking a cue from nature, scientists are developing safe and effective insecticides using insect hormones
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Recent Examples of cues
Tereza Pultarova, Space.com, 27 Mar. 2026
Visual phonics, which includes hand cues and symbols that represent sounds such as vowels or consonants, can be used as literacy support.
—Lina Ruiz, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 26 Mar. 2026
See how the players use audio cues and tactile signals to round the bases and compete in America’s favorite pastime.
—Alexandra Banner, CNN Money, 26 Mar. 2026
Sean McGinley’s sound design ties it all together with atmospheric cues that bridge the eras as do Jamie Godwin’s colorfully gorgeous projection designs.
—Michelle F. Solomon, Miami Herald, 26 Mar. 2026
Collections this strong are bound to spark a trend or two, and those eager to bask in the Blazy glow may already be looking to the runways for styling cues.
—Christina Holevas, Vogue, 26 Mar. 2026
Advertisers can use such elements from recent content scenes including visual cues, tone and sentiment, enabling commercials to deliver timely messaging that plays off what’s on screen when viewers pause content.
—Brian Steinberg, Variety, 24 Mar. 2026
Facing Osaka Castle and taking cues from its material and color palette, this hotel (the city sister property to Patina Maldives) opened its 20 floors last May, elevating Osaka’s hospitality scene.
—Matt Bomer, HollywoodReporter, 24 Mar. 2026
In the video, the snake flicks its tongue, a common sensory behavior used to detect chemical cues in the air and identify nearby prey or potential predators.
—Jasmine Mendez
follow, Los Angeles Times, 23 Mar. 2026
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Part of that navigation is driven by chemical cues, such as concentrations of the female hormone progesterone, but gravity seems to play a significant role too, McPherson said.
—Tereza Pultarova, Space.com, 27 Mar. 2026
Visual phonics, which includes hand cues and symbols that represent sounds such as vowels or consonants, can be used as literacy support.
—Lina Ruiz, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 26 Mar. 2026
See how the players use audio cues and tactile signals to round the bases and compete in America’s favorite pastime.
—Alexandra Banner, CNN Money, 26 Mar. 2026
Sean McGinley’s sound design ties it all together with atmospheric cues that bridge the eras as do Jamie Godwin’s colorfully gorgeous projection designs.
—Michelle F. Solomon, Miami Herald, 26 Mar. 2026
Collections this strong are bound to spark a trend or two, and those eager to bask in the Blazy glow may already be looking to the runways for styling cues.
—Christina Holevas, Vogue, 26 Mar. 2026
Advertisers can use such elements from recent content scenes including visual cues, tone and sentiment, enabling commercials to deliver timely messaging that plays off what’s on screen when viewers pause content.
—Brian Steinberg, Variety, 24 Mar. 2026
Facing Osaka Castle and taking cues from its material and color palette, this hotel (the city sister property to Patina Maldives) opened its 20 floors last May, elevating Osaka’s hospitality scene.
—Matt Bomer, HollywoodReporter, 24 Mar. 2026
In the video, the snake flicks its tongue, a common sensory behavior used to detect chemical cues in the air and identify nearby prey or potential predators.
—Jasmine Mendez
follow, Los Angeles Times, 23 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cues
aligns
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Take responsibility for your routines and health as Saturn aligns with Pluto.—
USA TODAY,
USA Today,
28 Mar. 2026
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The spending spans continents—from European destinations to exclusive sporting events—and often aligns with the travel and activities of senior soccer officials.—
Antonio María Delgado,
Miami Herald,
27 Mar. 2026
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“Cues.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cues. Accessed 1 Apr. 2026.
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