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give a cue



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When a dolphin sees a ready fisher, the marine mammal will give a cue, usually that deep dive, that tells the fisher the mullet are right there and it’s time to cast their net.

From Science Magazine • Jan. 29, 2023

I cannot, unless the fable of the fox that lost his tail in a trap, will give a cue to the solution.

From Hot corn: Life Scenes in New York Illustrated by Robinson, Solon

"Perhaps something inside will give a cue," Mr. Mason suggested, and Jack opened one of the letters carefully, for it was nearly torn apart.

From The Cromptons by Holmes, Mary Jane




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