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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

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

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

Markets are likely to parse Shin’s wording for further clues as to when the central bank will deliver its next move, especially after the economy delivered a stronger-than-expected inflation print in May.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026

The May employment report, due Friday, will offer more clues on whether a broad rebound in hiring is under way — or whether the labor market is just treading water.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 4, 2026

Barred from telling the full truth, she instead left clues in the massive catalogue of books and papers she gave to the Marshall Library.

From "The Woman All Spies Fear" by Amy Butler Greenfield