give a clue
Example Sentences
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“Our language is proving almost vital to ecological restoration efforts,” Malcolm adds, “because the names of places give a clue about what the place used to be like.”
From Scientific American • Jan. 24, 2022
The movie does give a clue as to how Ant-Man and the Wasp fit into the events of “Infinity War.”
From Reuters • Jul. 3, 2018
A Twitter message Clinton posted Monday may give a clue to her campaign approach.
From Washington Post • Feb. 6, 2015
"However, these papers give a clue as to why a few, such as a chassis, do exist."
From BBC • Jun. 25, 2014
Careful observation of the insect, while at its work of destruction, will frequently give a clue to the method of control.
From The Pecan and its Culture by Hume, H. Harold (Hardrada Harold)
