clue

Example Sentences

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Another region is rich in carbonate minerals, which often form in the presence of water and can provide clues about past watery environments.

From Science Daily

She had no idea which fungi needed more shade and less water, no clue how to read a book or brew a cup of tree sap tea.

From Literature

Another clue fell into place when a woman got in touch with investigators in 2003 about her father, who was last seen Aug. 10, 1999.

From Los Angeles Times

Watch the Conference Board’s consumer confidence index Tuesday and the manufacturing purchasing managers’ index on Wednesday for additional clues as to whether the war is weighing on the economy.

From Barron's

Fact-checkers, including those from AFP, often rely on AI visual detection tools developed by experts, which typically look for hidden watermarks and other digital clues.

From Barron's