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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 clue
Jordan King, Newsweek, 4 Nov. 2024
Yes, but: The unemployment rate held at 4.1%, a clue the labor market is still solid, Axios' Courtenay Brown writes.
—Axios, 2 Nov. 2024
Kat Chen, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 Sep. 2024
The other woman’s benign response clues us in that many of the protagonist’s words are spoken only in her head.
—David Rooney, The Hollywood Reporter, 8 Sep. 2024
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Noun
This gives you a foundation to start off from and the results will hopefully give you a clue on your next stop.
—Jordan King, Newsweek, 4 Nov. 2024
Yes, but: The unemployment rate held at 4.1%, a clue the labor market is still solid, Axios' Courtenay Brown writes.
—Axios, 2 Nov. 2024
Verb
The name might’ve already clued you in, but this farm goes all out for the kids—there’s a busy bee train, chances to leave their mark on the Chalk Bus, a tire climbing wall, a giant bounce pillow, and that’s not even to mention the petting zoo or 2.5-acre corn maze.
—Kat Chen, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 Sep. 2024
The other woman’s benign response clues us in that many of the protagonist’s words are spoken only in her head.
—David Rooney, The Hollywood Reporter, 8 Sep. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for clue
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Soto, represented by hard-driving super agent Scott Boras, has shown no indication of offering charity to his new employer like Ohtani did.David K. Li, NBC News, 13 Nov. 2024
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The company is subject to various risks, including dependence on successful clinical trials, regulatory approvals, and potential competition from other biotechnology firms targeting similar autoimmune disease indications.Quartz Bot, Quartz, 7 Nov. 2024
Verb
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As Milton approached, Phillips told residents to remember his Rule #7: Don’t freak out.Discover Magazine, Discover Magazine, 8 Nov. 2024
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Catherine tells the story of her rape as a trauma survivor does, doing her best to conjure the dark collage of sensory details imprinted on her memory.Amanda Whiting, Vulture, 8 Nov. 2024
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Born on TikTok, this is an ideal choice for fall/winter thanks to its cool undertones; deep berry hues offer a hint of blue that adds a head-turning pop to any autumnal beauty look.Beatrice Zocchi, Vogue, 5 Nov. 2024
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The decision will be followed by comments from Fed Chair Jerome Powell, which could provide hints about the Fed’s expectations for the economy and interest rates for the coming months.Jesse Pound,Sawdah Bhaimiya, CNBC, 4 Nov. 2024
Verb
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The hut accommodates vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free diets–just be sure to inform the staff beforehand.Margaret Jackson, The Denver Post, 13 Nov. 2024
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Ross’s decision to retire was well-documented but Klineman informed the AVP of her imminent departure from volleyball just five days ago.Aaron Heisen, Orange County Register, 9 Nov. 2024
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Our nervous system is always scanning our environment for cues of safety or danger.Noma Nazish, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2024
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The new outpost retains the same warm woods as its original Marais store, opened last year, and takes cues from the brand’s workshop.Rhonda Richford, WWD, 4 Nov. 2024
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What if the buyer wants to go with impact-resistant shingles as the insurance industry advises, seeing it as a way to head off problems in the future?Aldo Svaldi, The Denver Post, 10 Nov. 2024
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Train viewers are advised to stay at least 50 feet away from the tracks at all times.Nour Rahal, Detroit Free Press, 5 Nov. 2024
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Tricia had just moved to the area from Florida and didn’t have any suggestions as to where to go.Allie Volpe, Vox, 14 Nov. 2024
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Does Miss Manners have a suggestion for a polite way of indicating that, since they couldn’t be bothered to acknowledge the first gift, subsequent gifts should not be solicited?Judith Martin, The Mercury News, 8 Nov. 2024
Verb
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The letter, sent Oct. 25, notifies the team that the district is placing it on probation.Krissy Waite, The Mercury News, 13 Nov. 2024
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Changes in the location of the place you’re supposed to vote are a high possibility in some states and you may not be notified ahead of time if that happens.Rachaell Davis, Essence, 5 Nov. 2024
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“Clue.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/clue. Accessed 22 Nov. 2024.
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