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a slight or indirect pointing to something (as a solution or explanation)
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Recent Examples of clue
CBS News, 19 Jan. 2025
The way that users, tech giants, the government, and TikTok all adapted to the ban offer clues about what could unfold in the U.S. in the coming months.
—Andrew R. Chow, TIME, 18 Jan. 2025
Scott Travers, Forbes, 5 Dec. 2024
Netflix’s Ramos recently clued Deadline into the streamer’s strategy in Lat-Am.
—Max Goldbart, Deadline, 19 Nov. 2024
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Noun
Lemus also said clues about the tunnel's existence and location were discussed by human traffickers on social media platforms like TikTok.
—CBS News, 19 Jan. 2025
The way that users, tech giants, the government, and TikTok all adapted to the ban offer clues about what could unfold in the U.S. in the coming months.
—Andrew R. Chow, TIME, 18 Jan. 2025
Verb
New Caledonian Crows Demonstrate Exceptional Problem-Solving And Strategic Thinking
Beyond their tool-making and cultural learning abilities, New Caledonian crows are also able to solve complex problems and plan ahead, which are traits that clue us in on their advanced cognitive abilities.
—Scott Travers, Forbes, 5 Dec. 2024
Netflix’s Ramos recently clued Deadline into the streamer’s strategy in Lat-Am.
—Max Goldbart, Deadline, 19 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for clue
Noun
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So far, all indications are that the Academy will hold on to its March 2 date for the Oscar ceremony.—
Nate Jones,
Vulture,
18 Jan. 2025
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Past performance gives no indication of future results.—
Chris Gallagher,
USA TODAY,
18 Jan. 2025
Verb
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The 24-year-old Brooklyn man who was run down by a group of attackers and fatally stabbed Thursday was a father and aspiring rapper, the victim’s family told the Daily News Saturday.—
Nicholas Williams,
New York Daily News,
26 Jan. 2025
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One fundamental Roseman has taken into account, Banner told PHLY’s YouTube show last week, was the reality that nearly 80% of NFL games are won by the team that leads at halftime.—
Ryan Finley,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
26 Jan. 2025
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Connections is released at midnight in your local time zone and Newsweek will be back tomorrow with another round of hints and tips.—
Kristen Waggoner,
Newsweek,
21 Jan. 2025
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Just like a little salt in your cake batter doesn't make your cake taste salty, a hint of sweet corn in your macaroni and cheese doesn't transform your beloved side into a dessert.—
Josh Miller,
Southern Living,
21 Jan. 2025
Verb
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Just before the webinar, Gingrich said, the CDC informed him that because of an HHS order, the agency was unable to publish the report last week or communicate its findings.—
Amy Maxmen,
CNN,
30 Jan. 2025
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According to the complaint, Moe was removed from the general population at her women’s prison, placed in solitary confinement, and informed that she would be imminently transferred to a men’s facility due to the executive order.—
James Factora,
Them,
29 Jan. 2025
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There have been anecdotal reports that GLP-1 medications may contribute to anorexia by blunting hunger cues for people who’ve developed an unhealthy aversion to food.—
Brenda Goodman,
CNN,
20 Jan. 2025
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Hopefully, attendees will take a cue from Senator Bernie Sanders at Trump’s last inauguration and remember their mittens.—
Emma Specter,
Vogue,
17 Jan. 2025
Verb
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The National Weather Service advises residents to secure loose objects and prepare for potential disruptions due to strong winds.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
Newsweek,
30 Jan. 2025
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Here’s how to prepare Middle-class Americans want to know how the wealthy make money Experts advise federal employees to take their time before accepting the offer.—
Stephanie Dhue,Sharon Epperson,
CNBC,
30 Jan. 2025
Noun
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Choi’s suggestions haven’t mollified Young Poong and MBK Partners.—
Nicholas Gordon,
Fortune Asia,
20 Jan. 2025
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The fathers were there to help with questions, suggestions and smiles.—
Eric Sondheimer,
Los Angeles Times,
20 Jan. 2025
Verb
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Another memo sent to Wolfe directed attorneys to notify leadership of any settlements or consent decrees, such as agreements to overhaul police agencies that the courts enforce, that were finalized by the Biden administration within the last 90 days.—
Bart Jansen,
USA TODAY,
23 Jan. 2025
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Hoping to avoid a repeat, the city of Burleson has embarked upon a public information campaign urging residents to be vigilant for signs of egrets and to notify Burleson Animal Services if any are spotted.—
Matthew Adams,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
22 Jan. 2025
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“Clue.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/clue. Accessed 2 Feb. 2025.
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