as in indication
a slight or indirect pointing to something (as a solution or explanation)
vainly searched for a clue to the answer
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as in to inform
to give information to
would you clue him in on the plan?
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Leslie Josephs, CNBC, 22 Oct. 2024
The piles of books around the place give a clue to the next chapters, a handful of which the indie company founders will reveal for the first time here.
—Stewart Clarke, Deadline, 20 Oct. 2024
Lauren Huff, EW.com, 4 Sep. 2024
There was just a lot of groundwork to lay, but once the audience clued into it, things could then really move forward.
—Mikey O'Connell, The Hollywood Reporter, 13 Aug. 2024
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Noun
Boeing | Marian Lockhart | Via Reuters When Ortberg speaks at 10:30 a.m. ET on Wednesday, investors will be on the lookout for clues about what a smaller Boeing could look like, and which programs or assets could be on the chopping block.
—Leslie Josephs, CNBC, 22 Oct. 2024
The piles of books around the place give a clue to the next chapters, a handful of which the indie company founders will reveal for the first time here.
—Stewart Clarke, Deadline, 20 Oct. 2024
Verb
Many thanks are due to the AHS gods for clueing us in to Gaga's immense acting talent.
—Lauren Huff, EW.com, 4 Sep. 2024
There was just a lot of groundwork to lay, but once the audience clued into it, things could then really move forward.
—Mikey O'Connell, The Hollywood Reporter, 13 Aug. 2024
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So, overall there’s an indication that interest remains strong and Episode 9 could recover those views in the coming days.Katie Campione, Deadline, 1 Nov. 2024
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At a press conference following Thursday’s decision, Kazuo Ueda, the central bank’s governor noted that risks surrounding the U.S. economy are easing, an indication that conditions may soon be favorable for another interest rate hike.Lin Lin, CNBC, 1 Nov. 2024
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In the decades since, other psychedelics have claimed the spotlight, but in the last few years, DMT research has shown hints of a resurgence.Oshan Jarow, Vox, 4 Nov. 2024
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Subtle hints of tinsel can go a long way in adding sparkle among other ornaments and ribbon, or drench your tree with tinsel only for a minimalist yet glamorous look.Isabella Milano, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Nov. 2024
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Taking a cue from the rise of matching sets, Sam Edelman did the work for shoppers with its sweater and plissé skirt set, which takes the guessing out of building the perfect cold-weather formal outfit.Emily Belfiore, Travel + Leisure, 2 Nov. 2024
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Naturally, Invincible Fight Girl’s creative team took some cues from real-world wrestling.Charles Pulliam-Moore, The Verge, 2 Nov. 2024
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Etzioni recently came across the tapes and, at the enthusiastic suggestion of McKee, went into the studio with original guitarist Ryan Hedgecock to flesh out the tracks, while still leaving them sounding minimalist enough to sound raw, rough and ready.Chris Willman, Variety, 2 Nov. 2024
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However, the budget size may increase further if the administration decides to incorporate the Democratic Party of the People’s suggestions to ease the rising burden of energy cost. Elections to determine a prime minister is set to take place on November 11.Lin Lin, CNBC, 1 Nov. 2024
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“Clue.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/clue. Accessed 7 Nov. 2024.
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