clues

[kluːz]

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clue

A clue is a small piece of information that helps solve a problem or figure something out.

When we talk about clues in everyday conversation, usually it's related to solving mysteries, like puzzles or crimes. For example, if you're watching a detective show on TV, the main character might find a suspicious letter or a hidden key, which is a clue that helps them crack the case.

Definitions

noun

A strand of yarn etc. as used to guide one through a labyrinth; something which points the way, a guide.
Information which may lead one to a certain point or conclusion.
An object or a kind of indication which may be used as evidence.
Insight or understanding ("to have a clue [about]" or "to have clue". See have a clue, clue stick)

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verb

To provide with a clue.
Example: The crossword compiler wasn't sure how to clue the word "should".
To provide someone with information which he or she lacks (often used with "in" or "up").
Example: Smith, clue Jones in on what's been happening.

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Real examples of "clues" in context

The Louvre | The Wildest Robbery of the 21st Century

Entertainment

With only a few clues available, things are not looking good for the French.

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Film Theory: Why Do You Still Care About Gravity Falls?

Entertainment

looking for clues to mysteries that may or may not have even been there, trying to figure out

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book that may give us more clues and puzzles to solve. Yeah, believe it or not, but there's

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Peter Dinklage on Game of Thrones Fans & Emmy Win

Interview

Like when a killer sends a note to the police with clues.

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Adam Scott on the Severance Finale, Fans Thirsting After His Short Hair & Telling His Wife Spoilers