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clues

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

Example Sentences

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Over the last decade, the reward has been incrementally increased by the Board of Supervisors as the search continues for any clues in the case.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

"For many cosmic-ray events taken together, their energy distribution, arrival-direction pattern and statistically inferred composition provide important clues about where these particles come from and how they are accelerated."

From Science Daily • Jun. 9, 2026

Today's player and clues are set by BBC Sport's Joe Rindl.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

Focus will center on what clues ECB policymakers give on the likely timing of any potential future rate hikes.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026

A little chill of excitement ran through me as I realized how good Jemma’s clues had been.

From "The Detective's Assistant" by Kate Hannigan