clues

Part of Speech:

All (2) Noun (1) Verb (1)

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hint, evidence n.
give information v.

NOUN

hint, evidence

Synonyms

STRONGEST

cue indication inkling key pointer proof solution suggestion tip trace

STRONG

intimation lead mark notion print sign suspicion telltale tip-off track wind

WEAK

dead giveaway hot lead

Antonyms

STRONGEST

question

VERB

give information

Synonyms

STRONG

acquaint advise apprise hint indicate inform intimate notify post suggest tell warn

WEAK

fill in give the lowdown give the skinny on lead to leave evidence leave trace leave tracks point to wise up

Antonyms

STRONG

conceal deceive hide mislead withhold

WEAK

keep secret

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clues

"The hope is that by tracking their movements, it'll give you clues if that has actually happened."

From BBC ● Aug. 2, 2026

Over the past decade, researchers have increasingly focused on finding indicators that offer clues about how well individual dogs will age and how long they will live.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 30, 2026

While the subject matter on the spinoffs is lighter than the flagship show, Davies said they use the same veteran writing staff that creates the cleverly constructed clues.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 30, 2026

The results could also offer clues about neurodegenerative diseases.

From Science Daily ● Jul. 29, 2026

“Don’t worry? All the clues we’ve been deciphering—they all point to you leaving to find your mum.”

From "The Bletchley Riddle" by Ruta Sepetys and Steve Sheinkin