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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clues

Lines of police officers were combing the ground near the car in the search for clues.

From Barron's ● Jul. 26, 2026

While James kept the NBA waiting, he left clues as to where he might eventually end up.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 24, 2026

Changes in the way stool looks may provide additional clues.

From Science Daily ● Jul. 22, 2026

Family secrets and sibling drama: A reader is distraught that their siblings threw away their late father’s journals, which held clues about who he really was.

From Slate ● Jul. 21, 2026

"We can start gathering clues and make a list of suspects," George suggested.

From "Pony Problems: Nancy Drew and the Clue Crew, #3" by Carolyn Keene